Memphis Willie B.

Memphis blues, Musical Artist

1911 – 1993

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Who was Memphis Willie B.?

Memphis Willie B. was an American Memphis blues guitarist, harmonica player, singer and songwriter.

He was known for his work with Jack Kelly's Jug Busters, the Memphis Jug Band, and his resurgence in the 1960s after years away from the music industry. He recorded "The Stuff Is Here" and "Stop Cryin' Blues". His 1961 song, "Overseas Blues", retrospectively expressed the fear of World War II servicemen who had survived the conflict in Europe, of joining the Pacific War.

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Born
Nov 4, 1911
Shelby County
Also known as
  • Memphis Willy B
Died
Oct 5, 1993
Memphis

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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