Frank Stokes (musician)
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Frank Stokes (January 1, 1877[1] or 1888 ā September 12, 1955)[2] was an American blues musician, songster, and blackface minstrel, who is considered by many musicologists to be the father of the Memphis blues guitar style.[3]
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Born | (1877-01-01)January 1, 1877 or 1888 Shelby County, Tennessee, United States |
Died | (1955-09-12)September 12, 1955 (aged 67 or 78) Memphis, Tennessee, United States |
Genres | Delta blues, country blues |
Occupation(s) | Singer, guitarist, songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
Labels | Vocalion, Victor |
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