Earl King

American songwriter and guitarist (1934–2003)

Born: 30 November 1932
New Orleans
Died: 17 April 2003
New Orleans
Country: United States
Active: 1953–
Record labels: Savoy Records, Charly Records, Black Top Records, Ace Records
Discography: 5 albums

Biography

Earl King was a jazz musician who played guitar and voice. Earl King was born on 30 November 1932 in New Orleans and died on 17 April 2003 in New Orleans. The music is usually filed under jazz, blues and rhythm and blues. Record labels: Savoy Records, Charly Records, Black Top Records and Ace Records. The discography here lists 5 albums, from “That Good [Old] New New Orleans Rock 'N Roll” (1977) to “Hard River to Cross” (1993).

Earl Silas Johnson IV (February 7, 1934 – April 17, 2003), known as Earl King, was an American singer, guitarist, and songwriter, most active in blues music. A composer of blues standards such as "Come On" (covered by Jimi Hendrix, Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan) and "Big Chief" (recorded by Professor Longhair), he was an important figure in New Orleans R&B.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

That Good [Old] New New Orleans Rock 'N Roll 1977

Street Parade 1981

Glazed 1986

Sexual Telepathy 1990

Hard River to Cross 1993

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Earl King play?

Earl King is known for playing guitar and voice.

When and where was Earl King born?

Earl King was born 30 November 1932 in New Orleans.

What are Earl King's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include That Good [Old] New New Orleans Rock 'N Roll (1977), Street Parade (1981), Glazed (1986), Sexual Telepathy (1990) and Hard River to Cross (1993).

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