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Bob ZurkeMeade Lux Lewis Meade Lux Lewis American boogie-woogie pianist and composer (1905–1964) Anderson Meade "Lux" Lewis (September 4, 1905 – June 7, 1964) was an American pianist and composer, remembered for his playing in the boogie-woogie style.[1] His best-known work, "Honky Tonk Train Blues", has been recorded by many artists. Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Meade Lux Lewis Lewis in a 1944 advertisement Background information Birth name Anderson Meade Lewis Born (1905-09-04)September 4, 1905 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Died June 7, 1964(1964-06-07) (aged 58) Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. Genres Boogie-woogie piano blues Occupation Musician Instrument Piano Years active 1920s–1964 Labels Paramount Parlophone Blue Note Decca Asch Vocalion V-Disc Victor Solo Art Close Biography Lewis was born in Chicago,[1][2] though some… (Source: Wikipedia)
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