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Billy Boy Arnold

Chicago blues harmonica player with a wailing, aggressive style.
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Billy Boy Arnold

More Blues on the South …
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Going to Chicago
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Consolidated Mojo
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Boogie 'n' Shuffle
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Back Where I Belong
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Blowin' the Blues Away

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Billy Boy Arnold - Artist Details

Active

1950s - 2020s

Born

September 16, 1935 in Chicago, IL

Genre

Blues

Styles

Electric Chicago Blues Electric Harmonica Blues Harmonica Blues Regional Blues Chicago Blues

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