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Earl King Musical artist

This article is about the musical artist. For the Earl King convicted of murdering a ship's officer, see Earl King, Ernest Ramsay, and Frank ConnerEarl King (February 7, 1934 – April 17, 2003) was an American singer, guitarist, and songwriter, most active in blues music. A composer of well known standards such as "Come On" (covered by Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan) and Professor Longhair's "Big Chief", he is an important figure in New Orleans R&B music.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Johnson Earl Silas IV
Birth date	February 07, 1934
Birth place	New Orleans
Date of death	April 17, 2003
Place of death	New Orleans
Hometown	Louisiana New Orleans United States

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