Tribute Mondays: Willie Dixon

William James Dixon (Jul. 1, 1915 – Jan. 29, 1992)

Blues Musician (Upright Bass and Guitar), Vocalist, Songwriter, Talent Scout, Arranger and Record Producer, Willie Dixon, is most renowned for his songwriting and contribution to the post World War ll Chicago Blues sound. He was a main figure (Session Musician, Talent Scout, Producer and Songwriter) at Chess  Records from 1950 to 1965, working with Muddy Waters, Howlin Wolf and Little Walter. He began as a Boxer in the 1930's and was imprisoned for 10 months for his refusal to fight in World War ll. After stints in various Groups he moved on to a successful songwriting and solo career beginning in the 1950's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Dixon. You are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: I am the Blues (Full Album) and Built for comfort (with Memphis Slim)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willie_Dixon

Background information
Birth name	William James Dixon
Born	July 1, 1915 Vicksburg, Mississippi, U.S.
Died	January 29, 1992(aged 76) Burbank, California, buried: Burr Oak Cemetery[1]
Genres	Blues, rock and roll,Chicago blues,jump blues, rhythm and blues, gospel
Occupation(s)	Musician, songwriter, arranger, record producer, boxer
Instruments	Vocals, double bass, guitar
Years active	1939–1992
Labels	Chess, Cobra,Columbia,Bluesville, Checker,Verve, MCA,Legacy, Columbia,Yambo
Associated acts	Big Three Trio,Muddy Waters,Howlin' Wolf, Little Walter, Lowell Fulson, Sonny Boy Williamson, Chuck Berry, Otis Rush,Buddy Guy, Magic Sam, Junior Wells,Otis Spann