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Active

1920s - 1950s

Born

June 26, 1893 in Scott, MS

Died

August 15, 1958 in Chicago, IL

Genre

Blues Pop/Rock

Styles

Acoustic Blues Acoustic Chicago Blues Regional Blues Country Blues Blues Revival Pre-War Blues

Also Known As

Sammy Sampson [Pseudonym]
William Broonzy
William Lee Conley Broonzy
Willie Broonzy
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Big Bill Broonzy

Biography by Uncle Dave Lewis

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Intelligent, versatile early blues guitarist possessed an unmistakable, hollering voice with remarkable range.
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Album Highlights

  • Big Bill Broonzy Sings Folk Songs
    Big Bill Broonzy
    Big Bill Broonzy Sings …
  • On Tour in Britain, 1952: Live in England and Scotland
    Big Bill Broonzy
    On Tour in Britain, 195 …
  • Good Time Tonight
    Big Bill Broonzy
    Good Time Tonight
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  • Amiable/Good-Natured
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  • Street-Smart
  • Warm
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  • Knotty
  • Plaintive
  • Playful
  • Rousing
  • Sparkling
  • Swaggering
  • Uncompromising
  • Visceral
  • Anguished/Distraught
  • Reserved

Artists Themes

  • Comfort
  • Cool & Cocky
  • Early Morning
  • Freedom
  • Hanging Out
  • Relaxation
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  • Road Trip
  • Sunday Afternoon
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