T-Bone Walker
Blues guitarist and singer-songwriter
Born
May 28th, 1910
114 years ago
Died
March 16th, 1975
50 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An influential figure in the development of electric blues, this artist integrated sophisticated guitar techniques with dynamic vocal styles. Emerged in the 1940s with a distinctive sound that blended jump blues and traditional blues elements. Notable for pioneering the use of the electric guitar in a solo role within the blues genre. Gained widespread recognition for performances at the Apollo Theater and through recordings that showcased both complex guitar work and expressive singing. The use of showmanship and elaborate guitar solos in live performances set a standard for future generations of blues musicians.
Recorded the classic 'Stormy Monday Blues'
Influenced generations of guitarists including B.B. King and Eric Clapton
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