What is Big Joe Williams's middle name?
Joe
Big Joe Williams date of birth:
October 16, 1903
How old was Big Joe Williams when died?
79
Where was Big Joe Williams born?
Crawford, Mississippi, United States
When did Big Joe Williams die?
December 17, 1982
What is Big Joe Williams nationality?
American
What is Big Joe Williams's occupation?
Musician, songwriter
What genre is Big Joe Williams's work?
Delta blues
What instruments does Big Joe Williams play?
Vocals, guitar
Short Biography
Joseph Lee Williams (October 16, 1903 – December 17, 1982), billed throughout his career as Big Joe Williams, was an American Delta blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, notable for the distinctive sound of his nine-string guitar. Performing over four decades, he recorded such songs as "Baby Please Don't Go", "Crawlin' King Snake" and "Peach Orchard Mama" for a variety of record labels, including Bluebird, Delmark, Okeh, Prestige and Vocalion. Williams was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame on October 4, 1992.