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Formed: 1926 in Jackson, MS
Years Active: 20 's, 30 's
Genre: Blues

Biography:
The Mississippi Sheiks were one of the most popular string bands of the late '20s and early '30s. Formed in Jackson around 1926, the band blended country and blues fiddle music -- both old-fashioned and risqué -- and included guitarist Walter Vinson ...More >>

Discography: Sittin' on Top of the World 1927-32 [Biograph] 2008 Sitting on Top of the World [Snapper] 2005 Mississippi Sheiks Vol. 4 (1934 - 1936) 2004 Honey Babe Let the Deal Go Down: The Best of the Mississippi Sheiks 2002 Essential More >>

Group Members: Lonnie Chatmon Sam Chatmon Bo Chatmon Walter Vinson More >> Similar Artists: Memphis Jug Band Son Bonds Georgia Tom Dorsey Papa Charlie Jackson Tommy Johnson More >>

Influenced By: Charley Patton More >> Followers: The Beale Street Sheiks More >>

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