Junior Parker
American blues singer (1932-1971) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 39
Herman "Junior" Parker, also known as Little Junior Parker, was an American blues singer and harmonica player. He is best remembered for his voice which has been described as "honeyed" and "velvet-smooth".
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One music journalist noted, "For years, Junior Parker deserted down home harmonica blues for uptown blues-soul music". In 2001, he was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame. Parker is also inducted into the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1932 to 1971 · aged 39
