Little Walter



Other NamesLittle Walter
GenreBlues
Chicago blues
rhythm & blues
Genre LinksBlues
OriginChicago, Illinois, United States
Year(s) Active1945–1968
Music StyleChicago Blues, Electric Chicago Blues, Electric Harmonica Blues, Harmonica Blues, Regional Blues, Electric Blues
Music MoodRelaxed, Aggressive, Brash, Boisterous, Fiery, Gritty, Passionate, Street-Smart, Raucous, Exuberant, Earthy, Rollicking
Musical InstrumentHarmonica, Songwriter, Vocals, Accordion, Leader
LabelsChess
Ora-Nelle
Parkway
Regal
Chance
Tempo-Tone
Checker
Official Websitelittlewalter.net
Associated ActsMuddy Waters
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Little Walter, born Marion Walter Jacobs (May 1, 1930 – February 15, 1968), was an American blues harmonica player whose revolutionary approach to his instrument has earned him comparisons to Charlie Parker and Jimi Hendrix for innovation and impact on succeeding generations. His virtuosity and musical innovations fundamentally altered many listeners' expectations of what was possible on blues harmonica. Little Walter's body of work earned him a spot in The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008 making him the only artist ever to be inducted specifically for his work as a harmonica player.







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