by Sandra Brennan
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.
| Title | Year | Editors' Rating | User Rating | |
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Blues Legends: Memphis Slim and Sonny Boy Williamson - Live in Europe
Archival Appearance |
2004 | |||
The Blues Greats
Archival Appearance |
2002 | |||
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Memphis Slim at Ronnie Scott's London
Performance |
1984 | |||
All You Need Is Love: The Story of Popular Music: Who's That Comin'? (The Blues)
Archival Appearance |
1976 | |||
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À Nous Deux La France
Composer (Music Score) |
1970 | |||
The Sergeant
Actor |
1968 | |||
U.S. Blues Tour '63
Performance |
NOT YET RELEASED |
