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James David Walker Jr. (August 13, 1921 – December 20, 2012), better known by his stage name Jimmy McCracklin, was an American pianist, singer, and songwriter. His style contained West Coast blues , Jump blues , and R&B . [2]
Dec 23, 2012 · Jimmy McCracklin, a blues singer and pianist who by his count composed nearly a thousand songs and recorded hundreds, including the 1950s hit “The Walk,” died on Thursday in San Pablo,...
The web page reports the death of Jimmy McCracklin, a West Coast blues innovator who recorded "The Walk" and co-wrote "Tramp". It also covers his musical career, influences and legacy.
Jimmy McCracklin. Singer, songwriter and pianist, born 13 August 1921 in Helena, Arkansas, USA, grew up in St Louis and Indianapolis; died 20 December 2012 in San Pablo, California, USA.
Oct 24, 2013 · Jimmy McCracklin is a West Coast blues legend, songwriter, pianist and vocalist who had hits like "The Walk" and "Georgia Stop". Learn about his life, career, awards, recordings and videos on All About Jazz.
Dec 21, 2012 · Legendary bluesman Jimmy McCracklin, one of the Bay Area’s most accomplished musicians, died Thursday in San Pablo after a lengthy battle with multiple health problems. He was 91.
One of the pioneers of West Coast blues, singer, pianist and songwriter Jimmy McCracklin enjoyed one of the longest recording careers in the blues, lasting from 1945 until 2010.
