Walter "Papoose" Nelson

Walter "Papoose" Nelson
Background information
Birth nameWalter Charles Nelson Jr.
Also known asPapoose
Born(1932-07-26)July 26, 1932
New Orleans, Louisiana, US
DiedFebruary 28, 1962(1962-02-28) (aged 29)
New York City, US
GenresRhythm and blues
OccupationGuitarist
Years activec.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]

  1. ^ Coleman, Rick (2006). Blue Monday: Fats Domino And The Lost Dawn Of Rock 'N' Roll. Da Capo Press. ISBN 0-306-815311.