Ted Bogan

Ted Bogan
Ted Bogan; Medford, Massachusetts, 1973.
Ted Bogan; Medford, Massachusetts, 1973.
Background information
Birth nameTheodore R. Bogan
Born(1909-05-10)May 10, 1909
Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States
DiedJanuary 29, 1990(1990-01-29) (aged 80)
Detroit, Michigan, United States
GenresCountry blues
Occupation(s)Guitarist, singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active1930s–1990
LabelsBluebird, Flying Fish, Arhoolie
Formerly ofThe Four Keys; the Tennessee Chocolate Drops; Martin, Bogan & Armstrong (Martin, Bogan & the Armstrongs)
(L-R) Howard Armstrong, Ted Bogan, Carl Martin, Medford, Massachusetts, 1973. Photo by Jeff Titon.
(L-R) Howard Armstrong, Ted Bogan, Carl Martin, Medford, Massachusetts, 1973.

Theodore R. Bogan (May 10, 1909 – January 29, 1990)[1] was an American country blues guitarist, singer and songwriter,[2] best known for his work with Howard Armstrong and Carl Martin. His career spanned over 50 years. His finger-picking guitar style was much admired. He played in various string bands for most of his career, including Martin, Bogan & Armstrong (or Martin, Bogan & the Armstrongs).[2]

  1. ^ Eagle, Bob; LeBlanc, Eric S. (2013). Blues: A Regional Experience. Santa Barbara, California: Praeger. p. 288. ISBN 978-0313344237.
  2. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference AMG was invoked but never defined (see the help page).