Albert King

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Albert King was a highly influential American blues guitarist and singer, born in Mississippi.

Regarded as one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar" alongside B.B. King and Freddie King, Albert King's distinctive guitar style featured deep string bends and a raw, expressive tone. Rising to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s, he produced iconic albums like "Born Under a Bad Sign" influencing both blues and rock genres. His impact extended to rock legends like Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix. Recognized with multiple Grammy Awards, Albert King was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013, solidifying his enduring legacy in the world of blues and rock music.

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