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.