Jimmy Reed

Jimmy Reed Jimmy Reed American blues musician (1925–1976) For the American actor, see James Read. For the Scottish trade union activist, orator, politician and journalist, see Jimmy Reid. Not to be confused with Jim Reed (coach). Mathis James Reed (September 6, 1925 – August 29, 1976)[1] was an American blues musician and songwriter. His particular style of electric blues[2] was popular with a wide variety of audiences. Reed's songs such as "Honest I Do" (1957), "Baby What You Want Me to Do" (1960), "Big Boss Man" (1961), and "Bright Lights, Big City" (1961) appeared on both Billboard magazine's R&B and Hot 100 singles charts.[3] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Jimmy Reed Background information Born Mathis James Reed (1925-09-06)September 6,…

GENRES: Blues, Male Vocalist

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