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May 28, 1910

T-Bone Walker Born

Born May 28, 1910, Aaron Thibeaux "T-Bone" Walker is credited with being one of the first guitarists to use an electric guitar in blues music. His 1947 hit "Call It Stormy Monday" is one of the most covered blues songs in history.

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People: T-Bone Walker
Sources
1. T-Bone Walker - The Official Site of the Blues Foundation2. T-Bone Walker - The Texas State Historical Association (TSHA)

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