Jimmy Reed - 2. Albums (Blues)

Jimmy Reed was born in Leland, Mississippi in 1925, learning the harmonica and guitar from Eddie Taylor, a close friend. After spending several years busking and performing in the area, Reed moved to Chicago, Illinois in 1943 before being drafted into the United States Navy during World War II. In 1945, Reed was discharged and moved back to Mississippi for a brief period, marrying his girlfriend, Mary "Mama" Reed, before moving to Gary, Indiana to work at an Armour & Co. meat packing plant. Reed's crossover appeal peaked during the revival of interest in the blues during the early Sixties, a period that found him playing such hallowed venues as Carnegie Hall and the Apollo Theater. He also toured England, where he was revered by musicians such as the Rolling Stones, who covered "Honest I Do," and Van Morrison, who recorded "Bright Lights, Big City" while with the group Them. Back in America, Reed's influence extended to such groups as the Grateful Dead, who performed his songs in their jugband days and recorded "Big Boss Man" on a 1971 live album. Jimmy Reed died in 1976, a few days short of his 51st birthday. He is interred in the Lincoln Cemetery in Worth, Illinois. In 1991 Jimmy Reed was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2 Albums: 1. The Very Best of (40 tracks) 2. Jimmy Reed at Carnegie Hall, 1961

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ioannisarc (2009-12-22)

Thank you very much.

burningrabbit (2010-10-21)

Man, I just heard that Keith and Brian used to listen to this man endlessly, for that big two guitar sound. I be needing this man right now. Thanks Keef....

burningrabbit (2010-10-21)

...in 1962, too! I love that the British Invasion was fueled by players' love for US blues and rhythm and soul...