HEY LOCO FANS - Blues guitarist and singer John Hammond was born on November 13, 1942. In 1963 he became one of the first white artists to record a blues album. He is also the only person who ever had both Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix in his band at the same time. Yes - you read that right. Hammond usually plays acoustically, choosing National Reso-Phonic Guitars, and sings in a barrelhouse style. Since 1962, when he made his debut on Vanguard Records, he has made thirty-four albums. In the 199

John P. Hammond, Pioneer in 1960s Blues Renaissance, Dies at 83

John Hammond, Grammy-Winning Blues Guitarist Who Carried Tradition Into the Modern Era, Dies at 83