Al Dexter was an American country musician and songwriter active in the mid-20th century, best known for his 1944 hit "Pistol Packin' Mama". His style was rooted in traditional country and honky-tonk, and he is credited with helping to popularize the term "honky-tonk" in the music world through his song "Honky Tonk Blues". Dexter's significance lies in his contributions to the development of the country and western genre, his influence on subsequent artists, and his enduring songs, which have been covered by musicians across multiple generations.