Guitar Shorty

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Guitar Shorty
Guitar Shorty at the 2008 Ottawa Bluesfest
Guitar Shorty at the 2008 Ottawa Bluesfest
Background information
Birth nameDavid William Kearney
Born(1934-09-08)September 8, 1934
Houston, Texas, U.S.
DiedApril 20, 2022(2022-04-20) (aged 87)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresBlues
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1950s–2020
LabelsBlack Top, Alligator
Websitehttp://www.guitarshorty.com

David William Kearney (September 8, 1934 – April 20, 2022),[1] known as Guitar Shorty, was an American blues guitarist and singer-songwriter. He was known for his guitar style. He was inspired by Jimi Hendrix and Buddy Guy. Guitar Shorty recorded and toured from the 1950s until the 2010s.[2][3]

Guitar Shorty died on April 20, 2022 in Los Angeles, California at the age of 87.[4]

References[change | change source]

  1. Eagle, Bob L.; LeBlanc, Eric S. (May 1, 2013). Blues: A Regional Experience. ABC-CLIO. p. 323. ISBN 9780313344244. Retrieved November 10, 2020 – via Google Books.
  2. "Guitar Shorty". January 6, 2016. Archived from the original on July 14, 2020. Retrieved November 10, 2020.
  3. "The Flips Side of Success Bums Guitar Shorty". Los Angeles Times. September 18, 1998. Retrieved November 10, 2020.
  4. "In Memoriam: Bluesman David “Guitar Shorty” Kearney", Blues Magazine, April 21, 2022. Retrieved April 22, 2022