Blind Blake

Arthur Blake (1896 – December 1, 1934), known as Blind Blake, was an American blues and ragtime singer and guitarist. He is known for recordings he made for Paramount Records between 1926 and 1932.

Blind Blake
The only known photograph of Blake, ca. 1927
Background information
Birth nameArthur Blake
Also known asBlind Blake
Born1896
Jacksonville, Florida, or Newport News, Virginia, U.S.
DiedDecember 1, 1934(1934-12-01) (aged 37–38)
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Musician
Instrument(s)
  • Guitar
  • vocals
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