Scrapper Blackwell was a self taught Blues Guitarist and Vocalist that had a great career during the 1930's. He was shot and killed in 1962, prior to his comeback. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Blackwell, you are appreciated: please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: Kokomo Blues and How long, How long blues (with Leroy Carr)
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrapper_Blackwell
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Francis Hillman Blackwell |
| Born | February 21, 1903 Syracuse, North Carolina, United States |
| Died | October 7, 1962 (aged 59) Indianapolis, Indiana, United States |
| Genres | Chicago blues, Piedmont blues |
| Instruments | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1928–1962 |
| Labels | Vocalion |
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