Slim Harpo

Swamp blues, Musical Artist

1924 – 1970

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Who was Slim Harpo?

James Moore, known as Slim Harpo, was an American blues musician. He was known as a master of the blues harmonica; the name "Slim Harpo" was derived from "harp," the popular nickname for the harmonica in blues circles.

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Born
Jan 11, 1924
Baton Rouge
Also known as
  • Harmonica Slim
  • Harpo Slim
  • James Moore
  • Harpo, Slim
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Lived in
  • Louisiana
Died
Jan 31, 1970
Baton Rouge

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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