Gary B.B. Coleman

Gary B.B. Coleman
Background information
Birth nameGary Don Coleman[1]
Born(1947-01-01)January 1, 1947
Paris, Texas
DiedFebruary 14, 1994(1994-02-14) (aged 47)
Shreveport, Louisiana[1]
GenresSoul blues
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, producer
Instrument(s)Guitar, vocals
Years activeLate 1970s–1994
LabelsIchiban

Gary B.B. Coleman (January 1, 1947 – February 21, 1994)[1] was an American soul blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and record producer.

Originally a local musician turned blues promoter and session musician, Coleman recorded his debut album in 1986, which was re-released by Ichiban Records. He issued several other albums and produced most of Ichiban's blues catalogue until his death, in 1994. On many occasions, Coleman undertook multi-instrumentalist duties in the recording studio. He acknowledged both B.B. King, with his "B.B." moniker, and a fellow Texan, Freddie King.[2]

  1. ^ a b c Eagle, Bob L.; LeBlanc, Eric S. (2013). Blues: A Regional Experience. ABC-CLIO. p. 296. ISBN 978-0313344244.
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