Sylvester Weaver

Sylvester Weaver
Born: Jul 25, 1897 in Louisville, KY
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Died: Apr 4, 1960 in Louisville, KY
Styles: Prewar Country Blues, Piedmont Blues, Country Blues
Biography: Sylvester Weaver was a versatile guitarist of Louisville origin who made the first solo recordings of blues guitar playing. Information is lacking on Weaver's early years, though it is not unreasonable to assume that during this time he may have had some connection to the Louisville Jug Bands led by ...Read full biography
Sylvester Weaver Vol. 2 (1927)
Released: 1927
Label: The Orchard
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Smoketown Strut
Released: 1923
Label: Agram Blues
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Weaver's earliest and best sides, including "Guitar Rag." The sound is horrible in spots, but every note of the music is great. ~ Cub Koda, All Music Guide ...Read full review
More Sylvester Weaver albums: Compilations (4)
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