Born:
February 7, 1934
New Orleans, Louisiana

Died:
April 17, 2003
New Orleans, Louisiana

For five decades, Earl King reigned as one of New Orleans’ most perceptive songwriters and explosive guitarists. Among the artists who covered Earl’s songs were Jimi Hendrix, Dr. John and Robert Palmer.

Earl King, whose recordings, performances and compositions placed him at the top of the pantheon of ...