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Monday 18 February 2013

Tribute Mondays: Son House

Eddie James "Son" House, Jr. (March 21, 1902 (?) – October 19, 1988)


   Blues Legend Son House went through many ups and downs, comebacks and retirements and rediscoveries to be recognized as the Great he is today. Thanks for your contribution Mr. House, you are appreciated; please take a listen here and have an enjoyable Monday: The Pony Blues , John the Revelator , My Black Mama , Grinnin' in your face , Death letter , Walking Blues , Clarksdale Moan , Levee Camp Blues and Preachin' the Blues

  
      

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Son_House 
Background information
Birth nameEdward James House, Jr.
BornMarch 21, 1902 (?)
Lyon, MississippiUnited States
DiedOctober 19, 1988 (aged 86)
DetroitMichigan, United States
GenresDelta bluescountry bluesgospel blues
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1930–1974

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