Mathis James "Jimmy" Reed (September 6, 1925 – August 29, 1976)
Blues Harmonica Player, Guitarist and Singer/Songwriter, Jimmy Reed influenced many regarded Rock and Roll Artist (Elvis Presley, Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Jerry Garcia, Hank Williams Jr., etc.). His music was ahead of its time and his works are constantly covered by other Artists. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Baby what you want me to do, Big boss man, You don't have to go, Ain't that loving you baby and Bright lights, Big City
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Reed
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Mathis James Reed |
| Born | September 6, 1925 Dunleith, Mississippi, United States |
| Died | August 29, 1976 (aged 50) Oakland, California, United States |
| Genres | Blues, electric blues, rock and roll |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals, harmonica, guitar |
| Years active | 1940s–1976 |
| Labels | Vee-Jay |
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