Muddy Waters
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Muddy Waters was an influential American blues musician who emerged as a central figure in the post-World War II blues movement. Born McKinley Morganfield, he became widely recognized as a pioneer of Chicago blues, helping establish the electric blues sound that defined the genre in the mid-twentieth century. His work bridged delta blues traditions with contemporary urban styles, leaving a lasting impact on both blues and rock music. Waters remained active from 1913 until his death in 1983, establishing himself as one of the most significant figures in American blues history.
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