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About Son House
Considered amongst the distinguished performers of the Delta blues genre, Son House became known for his slide guitar playing skills and his emotional singing. A preacher from age 15, he disliked the blues genre on the basis of secularity and avoided it until age 25 when he took an affinity for it.
From 1930 to 1943, he gained fame locally as a performer and recording artist but failed to garner national recognition. He re-entered the music world professionally in 1964, following a revival of the folk blues genre and he became an international star. His best-known songs include “Walking Blues” and “Death Letter”.
Family Life
The middle of the three sons of Eddie House, Sr., he was born Edward James House Jr. He was raised in the rural Mississippi Delta until age seven or eight when his parents separated. He subsequently grew up in Tallulah, Louisiana and Algiers, New Orleans. He was married five times.
Achievements
His song, “Preachin’ the Blues” is a Blues Hall of Fame inductee.
Death
He died on October 19, 1988 from laryngeal cancer.
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F.A.Q. about Son House
When is his birthday?
Son House's birthday is on March 21, 1902.
In how many days is his birthday?
Son House's birthday is in 332 days
How old was Son House when he died?
He was 86 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 19, 1988.
How old would he be today?
Son House would be 122 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Son House from?
He was born in Riverton, Mississippi, U.S..