RL Burnside

Guitarist

Birthday November 23, 1926

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Harmontown, MS

DEATH DATE Sep 1, 2005 (78)

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About

Blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter who recorded with Jon Spencer in the 1990s, becoming famous for his crossover work.

Before Fame

He supported himself as a fisherman and a share cropper for much of his life.

Trivia

His extended family is full of bluesmen.

Family Life

He was survived by his wife Alice.

Associated With

John Lee Hooker was his biggest musical influence.