Jim Jackson (musician)
Jim Jackson (* around 1884 or 1890 in Hernando , Mississippi ; † 1937 , ibid) was an early American blues singer and guitarist who was named as a role model by JB Lenoir , among others .
As a child, Jackson learned to play the guitar from his father. Frank Stokes was one of his role models . From a young age he played, sang and danced in medicine shows . He later performed in pubs and juke joints , often with Gus Cannon and Robert Wilkins .
When not touring, Jackson made music in Memphis , where he performed in clubs with colleagues like Gus Cannon, Furry Lewis and Will Shade .
In 1927 Jackson was discovered by HC Speir , who sold him to another talent scout. Jackson made his first recordings for Vocalion , including the hit Kansas City Blues , which later belonged to Robert Nighthawk's repertoire .
In just under three years, Jim Jackson recorded around 50 tracks. His short but successful career ended with the Great Depression . He moved back to Hernando, Mississippi, where he died in 1937.
Web links
- Biography at Allmusic Guide (engl.)
- Jim Jackson at Discogs (English)
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Jackson, Jim |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American blues singer and guitarist |
| DATE OF BIRTH | around 1884 or 1890 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Hernando , Mississippi |
| DATE OF DEATH | 1937 |
| Place of death | Hernando , Mississippi |