Hammie Nixon
Hammie Nixon (born January 22, 1908 in Brownsville , Tennessee , † August 17, 1984 in Jackson , Tennessee) was an American blues musician, one of the early virtuosos on the harmonica.
In addition to the blues harp , Nixon played kazoo , guitar and the youth (see youth band ). For over 50 years he has performed repeatedly with Sleepy John Estes . They made their first joint recordings in 1929. Nixon also made recordings with Little Buddy Doyle , Lee Green , Charlie Pickett and Son Bonds .
Hammie Nixon established the harmonica, which was previously a solo instrument, as an accompaniment and rhythm instrument for bands. He himself played in numerous youth bands, e.g. B. in his later years with the Beale Street Jug Band . He made his last recording in 1984 shortly before his death.
Discography
With Sleepy John Estes
- Complete Works, Vol. 1 (1929-1937) Document
- On 80 Highway
- In Europe
- Broke and Hungry
With Son Bonds
- Complete Recorded Works In Chronological Order 1934-41 Wolf Records
Own albums
- 1984 Tappin 'That Thing High Water Music
Web links
- Biography at All Music Guide (English)
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Nixon, Hammie |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American blues musician |
| DATE OF BIRTH | January 22, 1908 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Brownsville , Tennessee |
| DATE OF DEATH | 17th August 1984 |
| Place of death | Jackson , Tennessee |