Little Brother Montgomery
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Pianists · 1906–1985

Little Brother Montgomery

American jazz, boogie-woogie and blues pianist and singer (1906–1985)

Born
18 April 1906
Kentwood
Died
6 September 1985
Chicago
Country
United States
Record labels
Delmark Records
Discography
9 albums

Biography

Little Brother Montgomery was a jazz musician who played piano. Little Brother Montgomery was born on 18 April 1906 in Kentwood and died on 6 September 1985 in Chicago. The music is usually filed under jazz and blues. Record labels: Delmark Records. The discography here lists 9 albums, from “Chicago Blues Session” (1960) to “Blues Live!” (1994).

Eurreal Wilford "Little Brother" Montgomery (April 18, 1906 – September 6, 1985) was an American jazz, boogie-woogie and blues pianist and singer. Largely self-taught, Montgomery was an important blues pianist with an original style. He was also versatile, working in jazz bands, including larger ensembles that used written arrangements. He did not read music but learned band routines by ear.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Chicago Blues Session 1960
Tasty Blues 1960
No Special Rider 1969
Home Again (Chicago 1972) 1972
Chicago Blues Session 1989
Bajez Copper Station 1993 · Live
Chicago: The Living Legends 1993
Blues Live! 1994 · Live
Blues Masters, Vol. 7

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Little Brother Montgomery play?

Little Brother Montgomery is known for playing piano.

When and where was Little Brother Montgomery born?

Little Brother Montgomery was born 18 April 1906 in Kentwood.

What are Little Brother Montgomery's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Chicago Blues Session (1960), Tasty Blues (1960), No Special Rider (1969), Home Again (Chicago 1972) (1972) and Chicago Blues Session (1989).

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