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R. L. Burnside

American singer and guitarist (1926–2005)

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Lived 1926–2005, aged 79United States

United States MusiciansSinger / Musician

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1926–2005
Aged 79
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Deep Blues
1992

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Updated 2026-06-25

R. L. Burnside was an American hill country blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He played music for most of his life but received little recognition until 1995 when Burnside recorded and toured with Jon Spencer, garnering crossover appeal and introducing his music to a new fan base, particularly in the punk and garage rock scenes.

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