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Monday 20 May 2019

Tribute Mondays: Blind Leroy Garnett

Leroy Roscoe Garnett (August 6, 1897 – January 3, 1933)

Boogie - Woogie and Ragtime Pianist and Songwriter, Blind Leroy Garnett, recorded music that was called Barrellhouse (Melodic treble work combined with a thunderous driving Boogie type Bass). He died of an Intracerebral Hemorrhage in 1933 at aged 35 years old. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Garnett, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: Chain em down and Louisiana glide

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blind_Leroy_Garnett

Source 2: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/blind-leroy-garnett-mn0000760265


Background Information 
Birth nameLeroy Roscoe Garnett
BornAugust 6, 1897
Indianapolis,Indiana, United States
DiedJanuary 3, 1933(aged 35)
ChicagoIllinois, United States
GenresBoogie-woogie,ragtime
Occupation(s)Pianistsongwriter
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1929–1930
LabelsParamount Records

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