September 16, 2015

85 Memphis Slim (1915-1988) and the House Rockers “Rockin’ the House” 1948

Born John Chatman, he was given the moniker “Memphis Slim” by Bluebird record producer Lester Melrose. Memphis Slim had a successful 60 year career composing, performing, and recording. He moved to Paris in 1962; until his death he was “the most prominent expatriate blues artist” (Encyclopedia of the Blues).  

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