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Rank #6BluesPre-1960sDeceased

Robert Johnson

The mythic origin point. His 1930s recordings contain the DNA of all modern rock and blues guitar.

96% approval

About Robert Johnson

The mythic origin point. His 1930s recordings contain the DNA of all modern rock and blues guitar.

Stats

Overall Rank
#6
Genre
Blues
Era
Pre-1960s
Upvotes
32,100
Downvotes
1,400
Approval
96%

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