Deford Bailey
March 06, 2012Deford Bailey
(Harmonica, Banjo, Guitar, Composer, Singer, Yo-Yo Exponent)
Date of Birth: December 14, 1899Place of Birth: Bellwood, Tennessee Married: Ida Lee Children: DeFord, Jr., Dezoral, Christine Date of Death: July 2, 1982The first black star of the Grand Ole Opry, for 15 years (1926-1941), he was one of the most popular performers and one of the most influential harmonica players in Country music.
Recordings include:
Fox Chase Pan American Blues Evening Prayer Blues
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