About
Famed blues musician known as the leader of Eddie King & the Kingsmen. He is also famous for his work alongside fellow blues legends like Magic Sam.
Before Fame
His birth name was Edward Lewis Davis Milton, but his shortness and the influence of B.B. King on his style led to the nickname "Little Eddie King."
Trivia
His 1997 album Another Cow's Dead won the Blues Music Award for Best Comeback Blues Album.
Family Life
His father was a guitarist and his mother sang gospel.
Associated With
He recorded songs with harmonica player Sonny Boy Williamson II in 1960.
