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Sunday 5 March 2017

Leroy Foster

"Baby Face" Leroy Foster (February 1, 1923 – May 26, 1958)


Blues Singer, Drummer and Guitarist, Leroy Foster, was instrumental in developing the post war Chicago Electric Blues sound. He also worked extensively with Muddy Waters and other notables. He died of an heart attack at aged 35 years old. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday:  Locked out boogie, Red headed woman, Take a little walk with meMoonshine Blues and Rollin' and tumblin'

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leroy_Foster
Background Information
Also known asBaby Face Leroy, Baby Face
BornFebruary 1, 1923
Algoma, MississippiUnited States
DiedMay 26, 1958 (aged 35)
ChicagoIllinois, United States
GenresBlues
InstrumentsVocalsguitardrums
Years active1946–1958
Associated actsMuddy WatersSunnyland SlimLittle WalterJimmy Rogers

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