Elmore James
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Summary
Elmore James was born on January 27, 1918[1], in Richland[2]. He died on May 24, 1963[3], in Chicago[4]. He worked as a guitarist[5], singer[6], and singer-songwriter[7]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,967 views/month, #6,968 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Newport Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery[9]
- Country of citizenship: United States[10]
- Award received: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Genre: blues[13], rhythm and blues[14], rock and roll[15]
- Record label: Chess Records[16]
- Discography: Elmore James discography[17]
- Cause of death: myocardial infarction[18]
- Family name: James[19]
- Given name: Elmore[20]
- Topic's main category: Category:Elmore James[21]
- Manner of death: natural causes[22]
- Instrument: guitar[23], voice[24]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[25]
- Birth name: Elmore Brooks[26]
- Name in native language: Elmore James[27]
- Start of work period: 1951[28]
Why It Matters
Elmore James has Wikipedia articles in 21 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 18 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
He has been cited as an influence by The Rolling Stones[31], a musical group[32], founded in 1962[33].
FAQs
Where was Elmore James born?
Elmore James was born in Richland[2].
Where did Elmore James die?
Elmore James died in Chicago[4].
What did Elmore James do for work?
Elmore James worked as a guitarist[5], singer[6], and singer-songwriter[7].
What awards did Elmore James receive?
Honors received include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[11].
Who did Elmore James influence?
Elmore James has been cited as an influence by The Rolling Stones[31].