Otis Rush
American musician (1935-2018) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 83
Otis Rush Jr. was an American blues guitarist and singer-songwriter. His distinctive guitar style featured a slow-burning sound and long bent notes.
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About this person
With qualities similar to the styles of other 1950s artists Magic Sam and Buddy Guy, his sound became known as West Side Chicago blues and was an influence on many musicians, including Michael Bloomfield, Peter Green and Eric Clapton.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1935 to 2018 · aged 83
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The same award as Otis
Ike TurnerBoth received Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album
Clarence "Gatemouth" BrownBoth received Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album
Robert Lockwood Jr.Both received Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues AlbumIke Turner, Jr.Both received Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album
