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Howlin' Wolf

Acting

Born June 10, 1910 · White Station, Mississippi, USA

Died January 10, 1976

Also known as Chester Arthur Burnett

Biography

Chester Arthur Burnett, better known by his stage name Howlin' Wolf, was an American blues singer, guitarist and harmonica player. He was at the forefront of transforming acoustic Delta blues into electric Chicago blues, and over a four-decade career, recorded blues, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and psychedelic rock. He is regarded as one of the most influential blues musicians ever.

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Awards & recognition

  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame · 1991

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