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Tinsley Ellis
photo credit: Flournoy Holmes

Active

1980s - 2010s

Born

June 4, 1957 in Atlanta, GA

Genre

Blues Pop/Rock

Styles

Modern Electric Blues Blues-Rock
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Tinsley Ellis

Biography by Steve Huey

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A fiery guitarist and talented songwriter who plays a unique blend of Memphis R&B, southwest blues, and urban funk.
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Album Highlights

  • Tough Love
    Tinsley Ellis
    Tough Love
  • Ice Cream in Hell
    Tinsley Ellis
    Ice Cream in Hell
  • The Hard Way
    Tinsley Ellis
    The Hard Way
  • Live! Highwayman
    Tinsley Ellis
    Live! Highwayman
  • Midnight Blue
    Tinsley Ellis
    Midnight Blue
  • Fanning the Flames
    Tinsley Ellis
    Fanning the Flames
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