What is Furry Lewis's full name?

Walter E. Lewis

Furry Lewis date of birth:

March 6, 1895

How old was Furry Lewis when died?

86

Where was Furry Lewis born?

Greenwood, Mississippi, United States

When did Furry Lewis die?

September 14, 1981

Where did Furry Lewis die?

Memphis Shelby County Tennessee, USA

Why did Furry Lewis die?

Pneumonia leading to heart failure

Furry Lewis body shape:

Average

What color are Furry Lewis's eyes?

Brown - Dark

What color is Furry Lewis's hair?

Black

What is Furry Lewis's ethnicity?

Black

What is Furry Lewis nationality?

American

What is Furry Lewis's occupation?

Singer, guitarist, songwriter

Furry Lewis claim to fame:

Blues Musician

What genre is Furry Lewis's work?

Delta blues, Country Blues

What instruments does Furry Lewis play?

Vocals, Guitar

Short Biography

Walter E. "Furry" Lewis (March 6, 1893 or 1899 – September 14, 1981) was an American country blues guitarist and songwriter from Memphis, Tennessee. He was one of the first of the blues musicians active in the 1920s to be brought out of retirement and given new opportunities to record during the folk blues revival of the 1960s.