Bonnie Raitt
Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
November 8th, 1949
75 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1949, a prominent figure in American music, combining elements of rock, blues, and folk. Raitt gained widespread recognition for her slide guitar skills and powerful vocals. Released the critically acclaimed album 'Nick of Time' in 1989, which won three Grammy Awards. Raitt has also been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received numerous other accolades throughout her career.
Released 'Nick of Time', winning 3 Grammys
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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