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Memphis Press-Scimitar newspaper morgue, Special Collections Department, University of Memphis Libraries

Identifier

sc.0475.07353_01.001

Description

Walter "Furry" Lewis was a blues guitarist and songwriter whose career began in 1908. Furry was one of the first blues musicians active in the 1920's to be brought out of retirement and "rediscovered" in the 1960's blues revival. He continued performing until his death in 1981.

Date Created

6-22-2021

Date

1966-07

Keywords

Memphis (Tenn.)--Music, Blues (music)--Tennessee--Memphis, Lewis, Furry, 1893-1981

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