Jimmy Reed

The most popular blues singer of the '50s, with simple lazy shuffles and a laconic drawl that made him the most influential as well.

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1940s - 1970s

September 6, 1925 in Dunleith, MS

August 29, 1976 in Oakland, CA

Blues, R&B

Blues Revival, Electric Chicago Blues, Electric Harmonica Blues, Regional Blues, Early R&B

Mathis James Reed

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