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Memphis Slim (* 3. September 1915 in Memphis, Tennessee, bürgerlich John Len Chatman; † 24. Februar 1988 in Paris, Frankreich) war ein US-amerikanischer Blues -Sänger und -Pianist.
John Len Chatman (September 3, 1915 – February 24, 1988), known professionally as Memphis Slim, was an American blues pianist, singer, and composer. He led a series of bands that, reflecting the popular appeal of jump blues , included saxophones, bass, drums, and piano.
Profile: American blues pianist, singer, and composer. Born John Len Chatman in Memphis, he adopted his father's name Peter, who was a blues musician. He moved to Chicago in the 1930s where he was mentored by Big Bill Broonzy, and began cutting sides as a leader in 1939 for Okeh and Bluebird (3).
3. Sept. 2015 · Memphis Slim war ein Arbeitstier und Virtuose am Piano. Allein zwischen 1959 und 1961 nahm er 25 Langspielplatten auf. Wegen seiner Körpergröße und seiner langen Finger legte er sich seinen...
Memphis Slim was a legendary blues pianist who added sophistication to barrelhouse/boogie-woogie style. He recorded and toured with various labels and partners, and moved to Paris in 1962, where he became a respected expatriate blues star.
3. Sept. 2011 · Learn about Memphis Slim, a prolific and influential blues pianist, singer and composer who recorded for many labels and toured Europe. Explore his discography, photos, videos and similar artists on All About Jazz.
Learn about Memphis Slim, one of the most prolific and influential blues pianists and singers, who recorded and toured worldwide. Find out how he became a celebrity in his hometown and a goodwill ambassador for the U.S.
