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Juke Boy Bonner | |
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 Bonner on the cover of Arhoolie CD 9040 | |
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| Birth name | Weldon Philip Bonner |
| Born | March 22, 1932 Bellville, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | June 29, 1978 (aged 46) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Texas blues |
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| Years active | 1948–1978 |
Weldon H. Philip Bonner, better known as Juke Boy Bonner (March 22, 1932 – June 29, 1978)[1] was an American blues singer, harmonica player, and guitarist. He was influenced by Lightnin' Hopkins, Jimmy Reed, and Slim Harpo. He accompanied himself on guitar, harmonica, and drums in songs such as "Going Back to the Country", "Life Is a Nightmare", and "Struggle Here in Houston".[2]
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