Can a single musician redefine an entire instrument? Little Walter undeniably did, revolutionizing the harmonica and etching his name in the annals of blues history as an untouchable pioneer. He wasnt just a player; he was an innovator, a force of nature, leaving an indelible mark on the genre.
Marion Walter Jacobs, the man who would become Little Walter, arrived into the world on May 1, 1930, in Marksville, Louisiana. From his earliest days, a deep love for music coursed through his veins. The harmonica became his voice, a conduit for the raw emotion and stories he carried within him. He quickly mastered the instrument, developing a unique style that set him apart from his contemporaries. He wasnt just playing notes; he was bending them, shaping them, and making them scream with the blues.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Marion Walter Jacobs |
| Stage Name | Little Walter |
| Date of Birth | May 1, 1930 |
| Place of Birth | Marksville, Louisiana, USA |
| Date of Death | February 15, 1968 |
| Cause of Death | Complications from injuries sustained in a fight |
| Occupation | Harmonica Player, Singer, Songwriter |
| Genre | Blues, Chicago Blues |
| Instruments | Harmonica, Guitar |
| Years Active | 1940s-1960s |
| Labels | Chess, Parkway, Delmark |
| Associated Acts | Muddy Waters, Baby Face Leroy Foster, Eddie Ware |
| Significant Albums | Blues with a Feeling (1958), Hate to See You Go (1969) |
| Significant Songs | "Juke," "My Babe," "Blues with a Feeling" |
| Awards & Recognition | Blues Hall of Fame (1986 for "Juke") |
| Website | AllMusic - Little Walter |
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