Carl Weathersby

Carl Weathersby
Background information
Birth nameCarlton Weathersby
Born(1953-02-24)February 24, 1953
Jackson, Mississippi, U.S.
DiedAugust 9, 2024(2024-08-09) (aged 71)
GenresElectric blues
Occupation(s)Singer, guitarist, songwriter
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1970s–2024
Websitewww.carlweathersby.org

Carlton Weathersby (February 24, 1953 – August 9, 2024) was an American electric blues vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter.[1] He worked with Albert King and Billy Branch, among others, and had a career as a solo artist. He was nominated for the W. C. Handy Award for Best New Blues Artist in 1997.[2]

  1. ^ Du Noyer, Paul (2003). The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music. Fulham, London: Flame Tree Publishing. p. 181. ISBN 1-904041-96-5.
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