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Chester Arthur Burnett (June 10, 1910 – January 10, 1976), better known by his stage name Howlin' Wolf, was an American blues singer and guitarist. He was at the forefront of transforming acoustic Delta blues into electric Chicago blues, and over a four-decade career, recorded blues, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and psychedelic rock.
Feb 21, 2013 · This is the only known filmed version of "Smokestack Lightning" by Howlin' Wolf. This was shot in England during the famed American Folk Blues Festival tours and features the legendary Hubert...
This is a Howlin' Wolf biography and tribute site maintained by Mark Hoffman and James Segrest, co-authors of the first biography of the Wolf: An amazing new biography of Sam Phillips of Sun Records!
Jun 21, 2024 · Howlin’ Wolf was an American blues singer and composer who was one of the principal exponents of the urban blues style of Chicago. He accompanied himself on guitar and harmonica, but his main instrument was his guttural and emotionally suggestive voice, which gave his songs power and authenticity.
Jun 10, 2024 · Best Howlin’ Wolf Songs: 20 Essential Blues Classics. One of the finest artists on the illustrious Chess label, Howlin’ Wolf shaped the blues.
Howlin’ Wolf biography, part 1 (Chester Arthur Burnett) Born June 10, 1910, West Point, Mississippi Died January 10, 1976, Hines, Illinois
Howlin Wolf, with his Memphis and Chicago recordings, his status and influence, surely is one of the vital links between Blues and Rock. Inducted into Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 (Early Influence). Born June 10, 1910 West Point, Mississippi, USA. Died January 10, 1976 Hines, Illinois, USA.
A big, imposing man with a voice to match. Even Howlin’ Wolf’s six foot three frame couldn’t contain his unrestrained vocals and larger than life stage presence. The Chicago blues icon is revered by the likes of the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. Howlin' Wolf. HALL OF FAME ESSAY. By Peter Guralnick. Howlin’ Wolf was larger life in every respect.
Oct 4, 2010 · His name was Chester Arthur Burnett, but everyone called him Howlin' Wolf. He played harmonica, but some say he was the greatest blues singer of all time.
Apr 26, 2012 · Howlin' Wolf: A Blues Legend With An Earthy Sound. April 26, 201211:25 AM ET. Heard on Fresh Air. By. Ed Ward. 7-Minute Listen. Enlarge this image. With his growling vocals, Howlin' Wolf...
