Detroit Junior

Chicago blues, Musical Artist

1931 – 2005

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Who was Detroit Junior?

Emery "Detroit Junior" Williams, Jr. was an American Chicago blues pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. He is known for songs such as "So Unhappy", "Call My Job", "If I Hadn't Been High", "Ella" and "Money Tree". His songs have been covered by Koko Taylor, Albert King and other blues artists.

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Born
Oct 26, 1931
Haynes
Also known as
  • Detroit Jr.
  • Detroit Jr
  • Junior Detroit
  • Detroit, Junior
Profession
Died
Aug 9, 2005
Chicago

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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