Sonny Rodgers

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b. Oliver Lee Rodgers, 4 December 1939, Hughes, Arkansas, USA, d. 7 May 1990. Rodgers learned guitar from his father and was influenced by B.B. King, Robert Nighthawk and Muddy Waters. After forming his first band at the age of 17, he recorded as accompanist to Forest City Joe Pugh in 1959. Two years later, Rodgers settled in Minneapolis, beginning a long association with Mojo Burford. He also recorded with Lazy Bill Lucas. In the early 70s Rodgers had a spell as guitarist in Muddy Waters’ band, and after some years out of music, he formed his own band in the 80s, winning several music awards in Minnesota. His Blue Moon single ‘Big Leg Woman/Cadillac Blues’ was voted ‘Blues Single Of 1990’ in the international W.C. Handy awards. Rodgers only made one full album, which was highly acclaimed on its release, and tragically coincided with his death on 7 May 1990, just prior to a tour of the UK. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.

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They Call Me The Cat Daddy

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Sonny Rodgers And the Catscratchers

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Akella Presents - vol.52 - Black Pure Blues CD1

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Last Jam [Cassette]

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Akella presents: vol.52 Black Pure Blues

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Some Like It Hot !

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Tail EP

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Akella Presents - vol.52 - Bla

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Black Pure Blues

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AKELLA PRESENTS VOL. 52 - BLACK PURE BLUES

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Akella Presents - vol.72 - Black Pure Blues CD2

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Akella Presents - vol.52 - Black Pure Blues

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