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Lead Belly

Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Irene", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil".

Other name:

Huddie William Ledbetter,

Leadbelly

Gender:

Male

Birthday:

Jan 20, 1888

Deathday:

6 thg 12, 1949

Place of birth:

Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA