Walter "Papoose" Nelson | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Walter Charles Nelson Jr. |
Also known as | Papoose |
Born | New Orleans, Louisiana, US | July 26, 1932
Died | February 28, 1962 New York City, US | (aged 29)
Genres | Rhythm and blues |
Occupation | Guitarist |
Years active | c.1948 – 1962 |
Walter Charles Nelson Jr. (July 26, 1932 – February 28, 1962), known as Walter "Papoose" Nelson, was an American R&B guitarist, best known for playing with Fats Domino, and on many of his hit records.[1]