Elmore Nixon | |
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| Born | November 17, 1933 Crowley, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | June 1975 (aged 41) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Jump blues |
| Occupation(s) | Pianist, singer |
| Instrument(s) | Piano, vocals |
| Years active | 1947–1969 |
| Labels | |
Elmore Nixon (November 17, 1933 – June 1975)[1] was an American jump blues pianist and singer. His piano playing accompanied several artists on their recordings, including Peppermint Harris, Clifton Chenier and Lightnin' Hopkins, as well as releasing a number of singles under his own name. Details of his life outside of his recording career are sketchy.