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Monday 4 August 2014

Tribute Mondays: Blind Willie Mctell

Blind Willie McTell (born William Samuel McTier ; May 5, 1898 – August 19, 1959) 

Blind Willie McTell was a Pledmont Blues Artist, that had a distinct sound. He also played the Twelve String Guitar and is regarded by many modern musicians. Thanks for your contribution Mr. McTell, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: Amazing Grace, Kill it kid, Lord send me an Angel and Statesboro Blues

Source: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blind_Willie_McTell
Background information
Birth nameWilliam Samuel McTier
Also known asBlind Sammie, Georgia Bill, Hot Shot Willie, Blind Willie, Barrelhouse Sammy, Pig & Whistle Red, Blind Doogie, Red Hot Willie Glaze, Red Hot Willie, Eddie McTier
BornMay 5, 1898
Thomson, Georgia, US
OriginStatesboro, Georgia, U.S.
DiedAugust 19, 1959(aged 61)
Milledgeville, Georgia, U.S.
GenresCountry bluesPiedmont bluesragtimeDelta bluesgospel
OccupationsMusician, songwriter,songsteraccompanist, preacher
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, harmonica, accordion,kazoo, violin
Years active1927–1956
LabelsVictorColumbiaOkeh,VocalionDeccaAtlantic,Regal
Associated actsCurley WeaverKate McTell
Notable instruments
Stella twelve-string guitars
Harmony twelve-string guitars

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