Earl King (February 7, 1934 – April 17, 2003)
New Orleans Blues and R&B Singer/Songwriter and Guitarist, Earl King, was an early player in New Orleans R&B. He has written for others and recorded many regarded pieces. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Mother's love, , Trick Bag, Street parade (The Meters) and Come on
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earl_King
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Earl Silas Johnson IV |
| Also known as | Pearl King (as songwriter) |
| Born | February 7, 1934 |
| Origin | New Orleans, Louisiana, United States |
| Died | April 17, 2003 (aged 69) |
| Genres | New Orleans blues, New Orleans R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1953–2001 |
| Labels | Savoy, Specialty, Ace,Imperial, Kansu, Sonet, Black Top |
| Associated acts | Guitar Slim, Allen Toussaint,The Meters, Roomful of Blues |
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