Billy Wright


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Born: May 21, 1932 in Atlanta, GA
Years Active: 40 's, 50 's, 60 's
Died: October 27, 1991 in Atlanta, GA
Genre: R&B

Biography:
A prime influence on Little Richard during his formative years, "Prince of the Blues" Billy Wright's hearty shouting delivery was an Atlanta staple during the postwar years. Wright was a regular at Atlanta's 81 Theatre as a youth, soaking up the vau ...More >>

Discography:
2006Don't You Want a Man Like Me
20031949-1951
1995Hey Baby, Don't You Want a Man Like Me?
1994Billy Wright
1984Goin' Down Slow (Blues, Soul & Early R 'n' R, Vol. 14)
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Similar Artists:
Little Richard
Esquerita
Little Willie Littlefield
Faye Adams
Sister Wynona Carr
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Influenced By:
Roy Brown
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Followers:
Little Richard
Etta James
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