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Big Joe Williams

Delta blues pioneer famous for originating "Baby Please Don't Go."
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Big Joe Williams

Stavin' Chain Blues
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No More Whiskey
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Blues on Highway 49
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Piney Woods Blues
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Shake Your Boogie

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Big Joe Williams

Big Joe Williams - Artist Details

Active

1930s - 1970s

Born

October 16, 1903 in Crawford, MS

Died

December 17, 1982 in Macon, MS

Genre

Blues

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Acoustic Blues Blues Revival Delta Blues Electric Delta Blues Regional Blues Pre-War Country Blues Country Blues

Also Known As

Joe Lee Williams

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Lightnin' Hopkins & Blues Summit

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