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Monday 9 December 2013

Tribute Mondays: Robert Nighthawk

Robert Lee McCollum (November 30, 1909 – November 5, 1967)


  Robert Nighthawk was a Classic Blues Guitarist that trekked on the edge of fame and commercial success, but was not able to crossover from the underground scene. Thanks for your contribution Mr. McCollum,  you are appreciated; please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Robert Nighthawk And Houston Stackhouse - Bricks In My Pillow

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Nighthawk
Background Information
Birth nameRobert Lee McCollum
Also known asRobert Lee McCoy
Robert Nighthawk
BornNovember 30, 1909
Helena, Arkansas, United States
DiedNovember 5, 1967 (aged 57)
Helena, Arkansas, United States
GenresBlues
OccupationsMusician
InstrumentsVocals, slide guitarharmonica
LabelsVictor Records
Bluebird
Decca
Aristocrat Records
Chess Records
Delmark Records
United Records
States Records
Associated actsMemphis Jug Band

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