Blind Boy Fuller

American singer and guitarist, Blues artist

Blind Boy Fuller - American singer and guitarist, Blues artist
Born

July 10th, 1907
118 years ago

Died

1941
84 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A significant figure in the Piedmont blues style, this musician gained recognition during the 1930s. His guitar playing incorporated complex fingerpicking techniques and rhythmic elements that highlighted his singing. Fuller's recordings featured both original compositions and traditional blues songs, making substantial contributions to the genre's development. Notable tracks include 'Step It Up and Go' and 'Had a Ball'. Despite his passing at a young age, his influence can be seen in the works of later blues artists and musicians across genres.

Recorded influential blues songs including 'Step It Up and Go'

Pioneered the Piedmont blues guitar style

Performed extensively in the southeastern United States

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