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Memphis Slim
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Composer (Music Score), Actor Born: September 3, 1915 in Memphis, TN Death: February 24, 1988 in Paris, France Biography:In 1978, legendary bluesman "Memphis Slim" was named the official "Ambassador of the Blues" by California Senator Hayakawa; he is considered among the greatest blues pianists ever and has also written many popular songs, most notably "Everyday I Have the Blues." Slim was born Peter Chatman in the city that provided his nickname. He moved to Chicago in the late '30s and recorded a couple solo singles before becoming an accompanist for Big Bill Broonzy for a few years. Slim went solo in 1944. In the early '60s, Slim moved to Paris and began performing there and in Europe. In 1968, he played a nightclub singer in "The Sergeant". ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
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