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Born: October 27, 1909 in Shelby, MS
Years Active: 20 's, 30 's, 40 's, 50 's, 60 's, 70 's, 80 's
Died: September 24, 2006 in Mequon, WI
Genre: Blues

Biography:
Influenced by Roosevelt Sykes and Lonnie Johnson, Henry Townsend was a commanding musician, adept on both piano and guitar. During the '20s and '30s, Townsend was one of the musicians that helped make St. Louis one of the blues centers of America. T ...More >>

Discography: 2004 Real St. Louis Blues 2001 My Story 2000 St. Louis Blues Ace 1980 Mule 1975 Music Man More >>

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Influenced By: Charley Jordan Roosevelt Sykes Lonnie Johnson More >>

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