Elmore James
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Elmore James
Summary
Elmore James is a human[1]. Born in Richland[2], he… he was born on January 27, 1918[3]. He died in Chicago[4]. He died on May 24, 1963[5]. He worked as a guitarist[6], singer[7], and singer-songwriter[8]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (910 views/month, #6,968 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Born in Richland[2], Elmore James…
- Elmore James passed away in Chicago[4].
- Elmore James was born on January 27, 1918[3].
- Elmore James died on May 24, 1963[5].
- Burial took place at Newport Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery[10].
- Elmore James held citizenship in United States[11].
- Elmore James worked as a guitarist[6].
- Elmore James worked as a singer[7].
- Elmore James's professions included singer-songwriter[8].
- Elmore James received the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[12].
- Elmore James is recorded as male[13].
- Elmore James's instance of is recorded as human[14].
- Elmore James's genre is blues[15].
- Elmore James's genre is rhythm and blues[16].
- Elmore James's genre is rock and roll[17].
- Elmore James's record label is recorded as Chess Records[18].
- Elmore James's discography is recorded as Elmore James discography[19].
- The cause of death was myocardial infarction[20].
- Elmore James's family name is recorded as James[21].
- Elmore James's given name is recorded as Elmore[22].
- Elmore James's topic's main category is recorded as Category:Elmore James[23].
- Elmore James's manner of death is recorded as natural causes[24].
- Elmore James's instrument is recorded as guitar[25].
- Elmore James's instrument is recorded as voice[26].
- Elmore James's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as English[27].
Product Details
The following facts are restated verbatim from public-domain and CC0 open-data sources — every line is independently verifiable against the named source's catalog.
MusicBrainz — CC0 open music encyclopedia
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Type: Person[28]
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Country: US[29]
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Began / founded: 1918-01-27[30]
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Ended / dissolved: 1963-05-24[31]
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Genre(s): blues, chicago blues, electric blues[32]
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Community tags: 2008 universal fire victim, blues, chicago blues, electric blues, rhythm & blues[33]
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MusicBrainz ID: 6fbd2cfb-5f9c-497c-8e06-3c6668367681[34]
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Origins and Family
Elmore James's place of birth was Richland[2]. He was born on January 27, 1918[3].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include guitarist[6], singer[7], and singer-songwriter[8].
Recognition
Elmore James received the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[12].
Death and Burial
Elmore James died on May 24, 1963[5]. He died in Chicago[4]. The cause of death was myocardial infarction[20]. Burial took place at Newport Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery[10].
Why It Matters
Elmore James ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (910 views/month, #6,968 of 1,000,298).[9] He has Wikipedia articles in 21 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[35] He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[36]
He has been cited as an influence by The Rolling Stones[37], a musical group[38], founded in 1962[39].
FAQs
Where was Elmore James born?
Elmore James's place of birth was Richland[2].
Where did Elmore James die?
Elmore James died in Chicago[4].
What did Elmore James do for work?
Elmore James worked as guitarist[6], singer[7], and singer-songwriter[8].
What awards did Elmore James receive?
Honors received include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame[12].
Who did Elmore James influence?
Elmore James has been cited as an influence by The Rolling Stones[37].