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Riley B. King (September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015), known professionally as B. B. King, was an American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He introduced a sophisticated style of soloing based on fluid string bending , shimmering vibrato , and staccato picking that influenced many later blues electric guitar players.
- Riley B. King
- September 16, 1925, Itta Bena, Mississippi, U.S.
- Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer
- May 14, 2015 (aged 89), Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Mar 19, 2024 · B.B. King, 1985. B.B. King (born September 16, 1925, near Itta Bena, Mississippi, U.S.—died May 14, 2015, Las Vegas, Nevada) was an American guitarist and singer who was a principal figure in the development of blues and from whose style leading popular musicians drew inspiration. King, B.B. B.B. King, 1972. King was reared in the Mississippi ...
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Feb 2, 2016 · Learn about the life and career of blues legend B.B. King, from his humble beginnings in Mississippi to his global fame and awards. Explore his milestones, challenges, influences, and achievements in this comprehensive timeline.
- Christina Knight
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of B.B. King, the "King of the Blues" who became a blues and R&B guitarist, singer and songwriter. Find out how he rose to fame, toured the world, collaborated with other artists, and died at the age of 89.
Celebrate the life and legacy of B.B. King, the King of the Blues, with new music, movies, museum, and more. Learn about his biopic, bourbon, collaborations, and upcoming tour in 2024.
B. B. King discography. B. B. King (1925–2015) was an American blues musician whose recording career spanned 1949–2008. As with other blues contemporaries, King's material was primarily released on singles until the late 1950s–early 1960s, when long playing record albums became more popular.
May 15, 2015 · B.B. King, the King of the Blues, passed away in 2015 after a long and influential career. He played the blues for millions of fans, collaborated with diverse artists, and advocated for diabetes awareness.
