Skip James
American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
June 9th, 1902
122 years ago
Died
October 3rd, 1969
55 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in Mississippi, this musician developed a unique style characterized by intricate fingerpicking and haunting vocals. He recorded his first songs in 1931, with 'Devil Got My Woman' becoming one of the defining tracks of the Delta blues genre. After a long hiatus from music, he made a significant comeback in the 1960s, performing at various folk festivals and influencing a new generation of musicians. His works contributed to the preservation of early blues music, and he is considered a pivotal figure in the development of the genre.
Recorded 'Devil Got My Woman'
Influenced the Delta blues style
Performed at folk festivals in the 1960s
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