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Blind Lemon Jefferson

Lemon Henry "Blind Lemon" Jefferson (September 24, 1893 – December 19, 1929) was an American blues and gospel singer-songwriter and musician. He was one of the most popular and successful blues singers of the 1920s and has been called the "Father of the Texas Blues".

Due mainly to his high-pitched voice and the originality of his guitar playing, Jefferson's performances were distinctive. His recor…

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
United States
Born
September 24th, 1893
Died
December 19th, 1929
Genres
Labels
Snapper Music
Milestone
Nocturne
P-VINE RECORDS
Biograph Records
Last updated: December 22nd, 2024·MusicBrainz

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