The first name of the blues singer James is "James." He is often referred to as James Brown, a legendary figure in music known for his influence on the genres of soul and funk. If you're referring to another artist, please provide more context.
Bessie Smith was a black female blues singer. She was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
There was a blues singer called Pinetop Perkins. Possibly it's him that you are referring to.
Etta James
Long John Baldry
The lead singer of Hadouken! is James Smith.
Toni Price is a country blues singer. Toni Childs is a pop singer.
Etta James is best known as a Blues singer, songwriter. She also sang gospel, Jazz, and early Rock N Roll.
Well obviously "Delaware".
Muddy Waters
Bessie Smith was a black female blues singer. She was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
Muddy Waters
Tweeder's first name in Varsity Blues was Charlie
There was a blues singer called Pinetop Perkins. Possibly it's him that you are referring to.
Elmore, Etta, Skip, and "Homesick" are probably the best known and most important.
Etta James
James Hetfield
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