POPPA
E
E
Born in 1948 and now in his third decade as a professional
performing artist, E continues to urture his passion for the
Blues. Growing up in New York, he discovered his purpose
at the age of 13, when he was drawn to the sounds of
Acoustic Blues; and got his first harmonica when he
discovered Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
In the 70s, 80s and 90s, he developed his
singer/songwriting talents, as well as an aptitude for
playing other instruments beautifully… His speciality was
the blues harp. He established himself as a ground-
breaking, harmonica player, and became a percussionist
with Hodges, James and Smith (back in the early 70s) as
well as a studio musician with Bolic Sound Studios,
playing behind Ike and Tina Turner. He also played
percussions on Sussex Records with Bobbi Hall behind Bill
Withers in 1971 through 1974. In the 80s, he moved to
Chicago where he played with the likes of John Prine, Jo
Mapes, and Joseph Jarman.
Whilst family and other commitments would interrupt his
career, E always returned to his roots in blues and 2000
saw the release of his second album, "The First Time Out",
an extraordinary recording that was an eclectic mix of ten
original compositions comprising of Blues, R&B, Jazz,
Delta and Gospel. In 2002, E hit his stride, adding his
exceptional harmonica skills and powerful vocals to the
mix. He delivers charismatic, compelling, and passionate
performances that are charged with emotion and filled with
his authentic signature style. Always experimenting with
new sounds, he sometimes makes bold, daring renditions of
obscure tunes of legendary icons such as Robert Johnson,
Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters and John Lee Hooker, adding
his unique spin to them.
2006 was a creative year for E, what with three albums
released and building his own record label, Black Owl
Music. Whilst his albums showcase the sensual range of his
vocals and the use of his voice as an incredibly multi-
faceted instrument, it is his haunting-harp signature style
that captivates and inspires his audience. "Mississippi
Reminiscence" is the most personal of his work, and "Five
Long Years: A Tribute To Carey Bell" has been hailed as
sheer unadulterated blues.
performing artist, E continues to urture his passion for the
Blues. Growing up in New York, he discovered his purpose
at the age of 13, when he was drawn to the sounds of
Acoustic Blues; and got his first harmonica when he
discovered Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
In the 70s, 80s and 90s, he developed his
singer/songwriting talents, as well as an aptitude for
playing other instruments beautifully… His speciality was
the blues harp. He established himself as a ground-
breaking, harmonica player, and became a percussionist
with Hodges, James and Smith (back in the early 70s) as
well as a studio musician with Bolic Sound Studios,
playing behind Ike and Tina Turner. He also played
percussions on Sussex Records with Bobbi Hall behind Bill
Withers in 1971 through 1974. In the 80s, he moved to
Chicago where he played with the likes of John Prine, Jo
Mapes, and Joseph Jarman.
Whilst family and other commitments would interrupt his
career, E always returned to his roots in blues and 2000
saw the release of his second album, "The First Time Out",
an extraordinary recording that was an eclectic mix of ten
original compositions comprising of Blues, R&B, Jazz,
Delta and Gospel. In 2002, E hit his stride, adding his
exceptional harmonica skills and powerful vocals to the
mix. He delivers charismatic, compelling, and passionate
performances that are charged with emotion and filled with
his authentic signature style. Always experimenting with
new sounds, he sometimes makes bold, daring renditions of
obscure tunes of legendary icons such as Robert Johnson,
Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters and John Lee Hooker, adding
his unique spin to them.
2006 was a creative year for E, what with three albums
released and building his own record label, Black Owl
Music. Whilst his albums showcase the sensual range of his
vocals and the use of his voice as an incredibly multi-
faceted instrument, it is his haunting-harp signature style
that captivates and inspires his audience. "Mississippi
Reminiscence" is the most personal of his work, and "Five
Long Years: A Tribute To Carey Bell" has been hailed as
sheer unadulterated blues.
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