American blues guitarist and singer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
George "Buddy" Guy (born July 30, 1936) is an American blues guitarist and singer. He worked with other musicians such as Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. He is known for his songs such as Slipin' In and Feels Like Rain.
Buddy Guy | |
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Guy in a 2008 performance | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | George Guy |
| Born | July 30, 1936 Lettsworth, Louisiana, United States |
| Origin | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Genres | Chicago blues, electric blues |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1953–present |
| Labels | RCA, Cobra, Chess, Delmark, Silvertone, MCA, Atlantic, MPS, Charly, Zomba Music Group, Jive, Vanguard, JSP Records, Rhino Records, Purple Pyramid, Flyright, AIM Recording Co., Alligator Records, Blues Ball Records |
| Website | http://www.buddyguy.net/ |
Guy was born on July 30, 1936 in Lettsworth, Louisiana.[1] He was raised in Chicago, Illinois. He was married to Jennifer Guy from 1991 until they divorced in 2002.
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