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Monday, 26 October 2015

Tribute Mondays: Slim Harpo

James Isaac Moore (January 11, 1924 – January 31, 1970)

Harmonica Player, Singer and Guitarist, Slim Harpo was a master of the Harmonica and an excellent stage performer. His music has been covered by many Artists (The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, The Doors, Muddy Waters, etc.). He died from an heart attack at aged 46, despite purportedly being in good health. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Moore,  you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Moody Blues, Shake your hips, I'm a king bee, I got loving if you want it and Baby scratch my back

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slim_Harpo
Background Information
Birth nameJames Isaac Moore
BornJanuary 11, 1924
Lobdell, Louisiana, United States
DiedJanuary 31, 1970 (aged 46)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
GenresHarmonica blues
Louisiana blues
Juke joint blues
Swamp blues[1]
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsHarmonica, guitar, vocals
Years activec. 1950–1970
LabelsExcelloStatesideBlue Horizon
Associated actsLightnin' Slim

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