William Clarke
BluesWilliam Clarke, a West Coast blues harmonica virtuoso, singer and songwriter, that released nine albums (U.S.) before his untimely death... more
Latest Release
Blowin' Like Hell
Blues - 1990
Top Songs
Essential Albums
Groove Time
Deluxe Edition
Serious Intentions
The Hard Way
Double Dealin
Rockin the Boat
Tip of the Top
The Early Years, Vol. 1
The Early Years Vol. 2
Live In Germany
One More Again
Now That You're Gone
Live Bootleg Cassette Antho...
Heavy Hittin' West Coast Harp
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About William Clarke
William Clarke, a West Coast blues harmonica virtuoso, singer and songwriter, that released nine albums (U.S.) before his untimely death at age 45 on November 19, 1996. Clarke mixed traditional Chicago blues with West Coast swing in a combination referred to as ''soul-jazz.'' Born in Inglewood, California, United States, Clarke played guitar and drums as a youngster and learned the blues through The Rolling Stones records. He began playing harmonica in 1967 and played locally in Los Angeles, while he held a day job as a machinist. Read more on Last.fmSource: Last.fm