Bo Carter

American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist

Bo Carter - American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

1892
133 years ago

Died

September 21st, 1962
63 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in early blues music, produced influential recordings during the 1920s and 1930s. Developed a distinctive style characterized by innovative guitar techniques and engaging lyrics. Recorded many songs, some of which became standards in the blues genre. Contributed to the development of country blues and left a lasting legacy on subsequent generations of musicians.

Recorded popular tracks such as 'Corrine Corrina'

Pioneered the use of slide guitar in blues

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