Jimmy Reed

1925–1976 (age 51)

Blues Musician

Biography

Jimmy Reed was born in 1925 and went on to become a celebrated blues musician whose laid-back delivery and heartfelt lyrics resonated across generations.

His recordings and performances continue to be honored near Lincoln Cemetery by those who cherish the enduring truth of the blues.

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