Ron Holden, born Rolan Webster Holden on August 7, 1939, in Seattle, Washington, was an American singer known for his contributions to pop and rhythm and blues music. Holden's career began with a breakthrough moment when he recorded "Love You So" in 1959, which peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard R&B chart and number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 in April 1960. This single was released under Donna Records, owned by producer Bob Keane, who later issued a full LP entitled Love You So (1959). Holden's early career also included appearances on notable television shows such as The Lloyd Thaxton Show, Mike Douglas Show, and American Bandstand, where he performed alongside artists like Connie Francis and Bobby Freeman. Between 1958 and 1965, Holden toured extensively with prominent acts including Hank Ballard & The Midnighters, James Brown, and Etta James. In 1969, Holden formed Ron Holden & Good News, a six-piece rock and R&B band that performed in the Seattle/Tacoma area. Holden returned to the charts in 1974 with "Can You Talk?", which reached number 49 on the US R&B chart. Holden passed away from a heart attack on January 22, 1997, in Rosarito Beach, Baja California, Mexico.
