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Robert Johnson

Legendary, influential delta blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. Born: May 8, 1911, Hazlehurst, Mississippi Died: August 16, 1938, Greenwood, Mississippi Passed away at 27, leaving a widespread impact on music. Some of his songs have been credited to [a=Woody Payne (2)], also known as [a=T Colley]. Inducted into Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 (Early Influence). Father of [a13326465]. [b]Note: For the [a=KC & The Sunshine Band] drummer, please use [a=Robert Johnson (3)]. For the English composer from the Renaissance, please use [a=Robert Johnson (9)].[/b]