by Bman | Dec 15, 2011 | Uncategorized
Jimmie Lee Robertson was part of the generation of blues performers who helped establish Maxwell Street in Chicago as a famous blues locale. He was known as "Lonesome" Jimmie Lee, or sometimes nicknamed "The Lonely Traveller". He was related to Bessie Smith on his...
by Bman | Dec 11, 2011 | Uncategorized
Hubert Sumlin (November 16, 1931 โ December 4, 2011) was an American Chicago blues and electric blues guitarist and singer.[1] He was best known for his celebrated work, from 1955, as guitarist in Howlin' Wolf's band. His singular playing was characterized by...
by Bman | Dec 11, 2011 | Uncategorized
Blind Arvella Gray (January 28, 1906 โ September 7, 1980) was an American blues, folk and gospel singer and guitarist. His birth name was James Dixon, and he was born in Somerville, Texas, United States. He spent the latter part of his life performing and busking...
by Bman | Dec 11, 2011 | Uncategorized
Chicken Man was a common sight at bus stops in Chicago during the 50's and 60's. Put down a dime watch the show.From the Mike Shea Films classic 'And This is Free'. The most complete account of a Sunday Morning on Chicago's Maxwell St.โLikeโ Bmanโs Facebook page...
by Bman | Nov 6, 2011 | Uncategorized
John Grimaldi, better known by his stage name Studebaker John (born November 5, 1952, Chicago) is an American blues guitarist and harmonica player. He is a representative of the Chicago blues style. Studebaker John's father was an amateur musician, and he played early...
