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Monday 10 February 2014

Tribute Mondays: Big Walter Horton

Big Walter Horton or Walter "Shakey" Horton , (April 6, 1918– Dec 8, 1981)

  Harmonica Player, Big Walter Horton was one of the best players of the instrument. His work spanned many studio Sessions and he recorded works of art on his own recordings. Thanks for your contribution Mister Horton, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Easy , Big Walter Horton - All Star Boogie /That Ain't It and Walking by myself (Jimmy Rogers)

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Walter_Horton
Background information
Birth nameWalter Horton
Also known as"Shakey" Horton, "Mumbles" Horton
BornApril 6, 1918
Horn LakeMississippiUnited States
OriginMemphis, Tennessee
DiedDecember 8, 1981 (aged 64)
ChicagoIllinoisUnited States
GenresBlues
OccupationsMusician
InstrumentsHarmonica
Years activeLate 1920s – 1981
LabelsOkeh
Vocalion
States
Ace
Alligator
Blind Pig
Various

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