Today (June 3, 2024) would have been American Blues legend Jimmy Rogers' 100th birthday.
Biographic Highlights (From Wikipedia)
- Born James Arthur Lane in New Ruleville, Mississippi (June 3, 1924)
- Recorded as a harmonica player and singer for the Harlem record label (1946)
- Joined the Muddy Waters band (1947)
- Recorded That's Alright as a solo performer on Chess Records (1950)
- Worked briefly with Howling Wolf (1960's)
- First album (compilation of Chess recordings): Chicago Bound (1970)
- Inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame (1995)
- Passed away on December 19, 1997
Below are a few local musicians covering Jimmy's songs.
A video from the man himself:
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