Howlin' Wolf, born Chester Arthur Burnett on June 10, 1910, was a towering figure in the genre of blues music. His deep, gravelly voice and commanding presence made him one of the most memorable performers of his time. He began his career in the 1930s but rose to prominence in the 1950s, becoming one of the most influential blues musicians alongside contemporaries like Muddy Waters. Howlin' Wolf's work is characteriz
... MoreHowlin' Wolf, born Chester Arthur Burnett on June 10, 1910, was a towering figure in the genre of blues music. His deep, gravelly voice and commanding presence made him one of the most memorable performers of his time. He began his career in the 1930s but rose to prominence in the 1950s, becoming one of the most influential blues musicians alongside contemporaries like Muddy Waters. Howlin' Wolf's work is characterized by his unique blend of intense vocal delivery and harmonica playing, which helped define the Chicago blues sound.
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