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Alexis Andrew Nicholas Koerner (19 April 1928 – 1 January 1984), known professionally as Alexis Korner, was a British blues musician and radio broadcaster, who has sometimes been referred to as "a founding father of British blues".
Alexis Korner was a pioneering musician in the world of British blues, R&B, and rock and roll. His multicultural upbringing laid the foundation for his eclectic musical taste and his profound understanding of various genres and styles.
Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated, or simply Blues Incorporated, were an English blues band formed in London in 1961, led by Alexis Korner and including at various times Jack Bruce, Charlie Watts, Terry Cox, Ginger Baker, Art Wood, Long John Baldry, Ronnie Jones, Danny Thompson, Graham Bond, Cyril Davies and Dick Heckstall-Smith.
Apr 19, 2024 · April 19, 2024. By. Richard Havers. Cyril Davies Performing at Ealing Jazz Club. Photo: David Redfern/Redferns. Cyril Davies and Alexis Korner are the Godfathers of the British blues scene....
An inspirational figure in British R&B music, responsible for bringing together many British blues legends and furthering the genre. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1940s - 1980s. Born. April 19, 1928 in Paris, France. Died. January 1, 1984 in London, England. Genre. Blues, Pop/Rock. Styles.
Real Name: Alexis Andrew Nicholas Koerner. Profile: Born: 19th April 1928, Paris, France. Died: 1st January 1984, London, England. Alexis Korner was a British blues musician and radio broadcaster. He had travelled with his parents through Switzerland and North Africa before settling in London as a 12 year-old.
Jul 8, 1971 · Alexis Korner performing on stage in Germany, 1970. Hans-Jurgen Dibbert - K & K/Redferns/Getty Queensway, between the West End and Notting Hill, is a comfortable family area, not the place for ...
