Meade Lux Lewis

American boogie-woogie pianist and composer (1905–1964)

Born: 4 September 1905
Chicago
Died: 7 June 1964
Minneapolis
Country: United States
Active: 1964–
Record labels: Blue Note, Paramount
Discography: 6 albums

Biography

Meade Lux Lewis was a jazz musician who played piano. Meade Lux Lewis was born on 4 September 1905 in Chicago and died on 7 June 1964 in Minneapolis. The music is usually filed under boogie-woogie. Record labels: Blue Note and Paramount. The discography here lists 6 albums, from “Boogie Woogie Classic Blues Accompaniments” (1955) to “Cat House Piano” (1998).

Anderson Meade "Lux" Lewis (September 4, 1905 – June 7, 1964) was an American pianist and composer, remembered for his playing in the boogie-woogie style. His best-known work, "Honky Tonk Train Blues", has been recorded by many artists.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Boogie Woogie Classic Blues Accompaniments 1955

Out of the Roaring Twenties With Meade Lux Lewis 1956

The Blues Piano Artistry of Meade Lux Lewis 1990

Barrel House Piano 1992

Tidal Boogie 1996

Cat House Piano 1998

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Meade Lux Lewis play?

Meade Lux Lewis is known for playing piano.

When and where was Meade Lux Lewis born?

Meade Lux Lewis was born 4 September 1905 in Chicago.

What are Meade Lux Lewis's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Boogie Woogie Classic Blues Accompaniments (1955), Out of the Roaring Twenties With Meade Lux Lewis (1956), The Blues Piano Artistry of Meade Lux Lewis (1990), Barrel House Piano (1992) and Tidal Boogie (1996).

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