Barbecue Bob (Robert Hicks)
September 11, 1902 - October 21, 1931
Born: Walnut Grove, GA

Barbecue Bob was a well-known performer in the 1920s. He recorded many "Race Records" during that time. He was the most popular Atlanta blues guitarist of the time and Columbia Records best selling bluesman. He died at an early age but is remembered for his 12-string bottleneck guitar work.

 

Discography:

Brown Skin Gal. 1978, Agram

Chocolate to the Bone, Yazoo Complete Recorded Works, Vols. 1-3. Document

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