In Memory of Willie Mabon: Willie Mabon (October 24, 1925 – - TopicsExpress

In Memory of Willie Mabon: Willie Mabon (October 24, 1925 – April 19, 1985) was an American R&B singer, songwriter and pianist. His biggest success came in 1952 when his debut solo release, I Dont Know, topped the Billboard R&B chart for eight weeks. It was one of the most popular releases of its era, becoming Chesss biggest hit in the period before Chuck Berrys and Bo Diddleys success. It also became one of the first R&B hit records to be covered by a leading white artist, Tennessee Ernie Ford. Mabons original was played on Alan Freeds early radio shows and also sold well to white audiences, crossing over markets at the start of the rock and roll era. After a 1972 move to Paris, Mabon toured and recorded in Europe as part of promoter Jim Simpsons American Blues Legends tour, recording The Comeback for Simpsons Big Bear Records label, and his 1977 album on Ornament Records. He also performed at the Montreux Jazz Festival. In April 1985, after a long illness, Mabon died in Paris. (Wiki) Willie Mabon - Rainy Night In Georgia https://youtube/watch?v=VbBCFmFQ72g Willie Mabon - Little Red Rooster https://youtube/watch?v=0Wk_jsONrTU Willie Mabon - I Dont Know https://youtube/watch?v=NaonkHRFREY