Luther Tucker Musical artist

For the publisher see The Genesee FarmerLuther Tucker (January 20, 1936 – June 18, 1993) was an American blues guitarist.While soft spoken and shy, Tucker made his presence known through his unique and clearly recognizable guitar style. Tucker helped to define the music known as Chicago Blues, but played everything from blues to soul, rock, jazz and gospel, when given the chance. While never achieving the fame and notoriety of some of his contemporaries he was considered a great guitarist whether playing his own lead style or playing on the recordings of B. B. King, Mel Brown, Pat Hare, or Elmore James. He is considered one of the most prominent rhythm guitarists of Chicago Blues along with Eddie Taylor, Jody Williams and Freddie Robinson.

Personal facts

Luther Tucker
Birth dateJanuary 20, 1936
Birth place
Tennessee , Memphis Tennessee , United States
Date of deathJune 18, 1993
Place of death
California , Greenbrae California , United States

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Musical artist

Career started1952
Career ended1993
BackgroundSolo singer
genre
Blues
Jazz
Rock music
Soul music
Chicago blues
Gospel music
instrument
Guitar
Singing

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