Freddie King
American blues guitarist and singer (1934–1976)
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Summary
Freddie King was born on September 3, 1934[1], in Gilmer[2]. He died on December 28, 1976[3], in Dallas[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 (5,458 views/month, #7,037 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Sparkman-Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery[9]
- Country of citizenship: United States[10]
- Ethnic group: African Americans[11]
- Award received: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Genre: blues[14], Chicago blues[15], blues rock[16], funk[17]
- Record label: Apex[18], Federal Records[19], King Records[20]
- Discography: Freddie King discography[21]
- Commons category: Freddie King[22]
- Cause of death: heart failure[23]
- Family name: King[24]
- Given name: Freddie[25]
- Official website: http://www.freddiekingsite.com[26]
- Manner of death: natural causes[27]
- Instrument: guitar[28], voice[29]
- Described by source: Biographical Dictionary of Afro-American and African Musicians[30]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[31]
- Name in native language: Freddie King[32]
- Start of work period: 1952[33]
- End of work period: 1976[34]
- Sibling: Benny Turner[35]
Why It Matters
Freddie King has Wikipedia articles in 22 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[36] He is known by 31 alternative names across languages and contexts.[37]
FAQs
Where was Freddie King born?
Freddie King was born in Gilmer[2].
Where did Freddie King die?
Freddie King passed away in Dallas[4].
What did Freddie King do for work?
Freddie King worked as a guitarist[5], singer[6], and singer-songwriter[7].
What awards did Freddie King receive?
Honors received include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[12].