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Monday 4 September 2017

Tribute Mondays: Ivory Joe Hunter

Ivory Joe Hunter (October 10, 1914 – November 8, 1974)

Rhythm and Blues Singer, Songwriter, Record Label Owner and Pianist, "The Baron of the Boogie", Ivory Joe Hunter, had success in the R&B, Blues, Boogie Woogie and Country Music genres in a tenure that began in 1933 and ended in 1974 (close to his death). He was a noted Pianist and popular stage performer that also had his own Radio show and owned 2 Record Labels during the 1940's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Hunter, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: I need you so, I almost lost my mind, Blues at sunrise ( The Three Blazers) and Since I met you baby

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivory_Joe_Hunter
Background information
Also known asThe Baron of the Boogie
The Happiest Man Alive
BornOctober 10, 1914
Kirbyville, Texas, United States
DiedNovember 8, 1974(aged 60)
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
GenresR&Bbluesboogie-woogiecountry
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1933–1974

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