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Robert Lockwood Jr. (March 27, 1915 – November 21, 2006) was an American Delta blues guitarist, who recorded for Chess Records and other Chicago labels in the 1950s and 1960s. He was the only guitarist to have learned to play directly from Robert Johnson .
Robert Lockwood Jr., the Mississippi Delta bluesman who was taught by Robert Johnson and became a mentor to generations of blues musicians, died on Tuesday in Cleveland, where he lived. He...
Jan 14, 2005 · Guitarist and blues legend Robert Lockwood, Jr., a native of Turkey Scratch, Arkansas, was born on March 27, 1915. Lockwood, who held honorary doctorates from Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland State University, received his early education in Arkansas.
Nov 27, 2006 · Robert Lockwood Jr., a Delta blues guitarist who became the torchbearer of Robert Johnson’s guitar legacy and a revered musician in his own right, died Tuesday at University Hospitals Case...
LOCKWOOD JR, ROBERT (27 March 1915 – 2 November 2006), was a prolific AFRICAN-AMERICAN blues musician who was taught guitar by Robert Johnson, one of the most influential figures in blues history.
Born amid music, he’s not just a renowned artist, but a testament to the resilience of the blues. This piece explores his journey, from humble beginnings to a celebrated blues legend, shedding light on his unique style, collaborations, and his indelible mark on music.
Jun 16, 2023 · Robert Lockwood Jr. was a blues guitarist celebrated for his progressive, jazz-like style, his longevity, and his role in many major events in the development of the blues. He was the only person who learned guitar directly from the legendary Robert Johnson, who often lived with Lockwood’s mother during Lockwood’s formative years.
