Charlie Musselwhite
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About
Known by the nickname Memphis Charlie, he was a blues harp player, guitarist, and celebrated singer who was inspired by the growing rock 'n' roll movement.
Before Fame
He ran moonshine, dug ditches, and laid concrete to support himself while becoming a musician.
Trivia
He is of Cherokee ancestry.
Family Life
He married Henrietta Henri Musselwhite and they had one child together.
Associated With
He inspired Dan Akroyd's Blues Brothers character.
