Bobby Blue Bland Biography

Bobby Blue Bland biography

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NAME: Bobby Blue Bland
OCCUPATION: Singer
BIRTH DATE: January 27, 1930 (Age: 83)
PLACE OF BIRTH: Rosemark, Tennessee
Originally: Robert Calvin Bland
ZODIAC SIGN: Aquarius

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Bobby Blue Bland is an American rhythm-and-blues singer noted for his rich baritone voice, sophisticated style, and sensual delivery.

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Profile

Bobby Blue Bland began his career in Memphis with B.B. King and ballad singer Johnny Ace. Influenced by gospel and by pop singers such as Tony Bennett, as well as by rhythm and blues, Bland became famous in the 1960s. While his recording output slowed in the early 2000s, Bland maintained an active touring schedule, and he was a guest performer with B.B. King and singer-songwriter Van Morrison.