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 name | William Samuel McTier |
Also known as | Blind Sammie, Georgia Bill, Hot Shot Willie, Blind Willie, Barrelhouse Sammy, Pig & Whistle Red, Blind Doogie, Red Hot Willie Glaze, Red Hot Willie, Eddie McTier |
Born | May 5, 1898 Thomson, Georgia, US |
Origin | Statesboro, Georgia, U.S. |
Died | August 19, 1959(aged 61) Milledgeville, Georgia, U.S. |
Genres | Country blues, Piedmont blues, ragtime, Delta blues, gospel |
Occupations | Musician, songwriter,songster, accompanist, preacher |
Instruments | Vocals, guitar, harmonica, accordion,kazoo, violin |
Years active | 1927–1956 |
Labels | Victor, Columbia, Okeh,Vocalion, Decca, Atlantic,Regal |
Associated acts | Curley Weaver, Kate McTell |
Notable instruments |
Stella twelve-string guitars Harmony twelve-string guitars |
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