Saturday, December 2, 2006

Freddie King

Freddie King (1934-1976) was one of the premier artists of the West side Chicago blues scene of the 1950s and 1960s, the definitive time location for electric blues. Here is a 1960's TV performance with paisly flowers and go-go dancers plus some James Brown dance routines by the brass players. Part of his unique, rich tone is made by using his fingers instead of a pick.

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