Rosco Gordon
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Rosco N. Gordon III (April 10, 1928 – July 11, 2002),[1] sometimes billed as Roscoe Gordon, was an American blues singer, pianist, and songwriter. He is best known for his hit songs "Booted," (1952), "No More Doggin'" (1952), and "Just a Little Bit" (1960).[2] Gordon was a pioneer of the Memphis blues style.[3] He played piano in a style known as the "Rosco rhythm," with the emphasis on the off-beat.[4] This rhythm was an influence on later musical styles such as Jamaican ska and reggae.
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Birth name | Rosco N. Gordon III |
Born | (1928-04-10)April 10, 1928 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
Died | July 11, 2002(2002-07-11) (aged 74) Queens, New York City |
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Instrument(s) | Piano |
Years active | 1950–2002 |
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