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Elmore James

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American blues musician (1918-1963)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1918 to 1963 · aged 45
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Elmore James was an American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter, and bandleader. Noted for his use of loud amplification and his stirring voice, James was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992. His slide guitar technique earned him the nickname "King of the Slide Guitar".

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1992Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

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About this person

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1918 to 1963 · aged 45
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26 languages

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