Little Bill Gaither - Part 2
Update: 2024-08-11
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The second episode in a three-part series exploring the music of Little Bill Gaither, a legendary Indianapolis blues singer and guitarist.
Gaither’s music was heavily influenced by the famous Indianapolis blues duo of Leroy Carr and Scrapper Blackwell. Gaither performed many of Carr’s songs and imitated the unique guitar style of Blackwell. When Carr died in 1935, Gaither began performing under the name “Leroy’s Buddy”, as a tribute to his friend.
On this week’s edition, we’ll focus on Gaither’s interpretations of Carr’s music.
Gaither’s music was heavily influenced by the famous Indianapolis blues duo of Leroy Carr and Scrapper Blackwell. Gaither performed many of Carr’s songs and imitated the unique guitar style of Blackwell. When Carr died in 1935, Gaither began performing under the name “Leroy’s Buddy”, as a tribute to his friend.
On this week’s edition, we’ll focus on Gaither’s interpretations of Carr’s music.
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