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King Curtis (1934-1971)

King Curtis, a famed saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and producer, was one of the most influential musicians of his generation. He may also have been one of the most prolific, having amassed a stunning portfolio with over two hundred artists in eighteen years. Born Curtis Montgomery … Read MoreKing Curtis (1934-1971)

William James [“Willie”] Dixon (1915-1992)

Willie Dixon was a pioneering Chicago blues musician, bandleader, songwriter, arranger, producer, and philanthropist. He was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi, in 1915 to Anderson Bell and Daisy Dixon, was married to Marie Booker, and had 12 children (five with wife Marie, and seven with Eleanora … Read MoreWilliam James [“Willie”] Dixon (1915-1992)

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King Curtis (1934-1971)

William James [“Willie”] Dixon (1915-1992)