Magic Sam
American Chicago blues musician (1937-1969) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 32
Samuel Gene Maghett, known as Magic Sam, was an American Chicago blues musician. He was born in Grenada County, Mississippi, and learned to play the blues from listening to records by Muddy Waters and Little Walter.
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After moving to Chicago at the age of 19, he was signed by Cobra Records and became well known as a bluesman after the release of his first record, "All Your Love", in 1957. He was known for his distinctive tremolo guitar playing.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1937 to 1969 · aged 32
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