Meade Lux Lewis

Meade Lux Lewis

boogie woogie jazz blues piano rhythm and blues

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About Meade Lux Lewis

Meade Anderson "Lux" Lewis (1905 - 1964) was a United States pianist and composer noted for his work in the Boogie Woogie style. His best known work, "Honky Tonk Train Blues" is considered one of the first rock and roll records, and has been recorded by many players, including Oscar Peterson and Keith Emerson. Lewis was born in Chicago, Illinois in September of 1905 (September 3rd, 4th, and 13th are given as his birthdate in various sources). In his youth he was influenced by pianist Jimmy Yancey.

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Top Tracks

1

Honky Tonk Train Blues

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Chicago Flyer

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Yancey Special

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Rising Tide Blues

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Bass on Top

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Six Wheel Chaser

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Mr. Freddie Blues

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Whistlin' blues

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Lux's Boogie

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10

Tell Your Story

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