Earl King
(1934-2003)
American songwriter and guitarist
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Earl Silas Johnson IV (February 7, 1934 – April 17, 2003), known as Earl King, was an American singer, guitarist, and songwriter, most active in blues music. A composer of blues standards such as "Come On" (covered by Jimi Hendrix, Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan) and "Big Chief" (recorded by Professor Longhair), he was an important figure in New Orleans R&B.
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7 February 1934 New Orleans, Louisiana
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| Died |
17 April 2003 (aged 69)
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| Zodiac | Aquarius |
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