Junior Wells

Junior Wells
  • Type: Vocalist
  • Born: December 9, 1934 in Memphis, Tennessee, United States
  • Died: January 15, 1998 in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Biography

Junior Wells (1934-1998) was a Memphis-born Chicago blues singer and harmonica player. After replacing *Little Walter* in *Muddy Waters*'s band in 1952, he cut singles for #Chief Records# and made the landmark 'Hoodoo Man Blues' (1965) for #Delmark Records# with *Buddy Guy*, his partner for decades of touring. His amplified harp, soul-edged voice and commanding stagecraft defined the South Side club sound.

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