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Washington was born in New Orleans, and whilst still in his teens, he was invited to play in Lee Dorsey's band. [1] In the mid-1960s, Washington formed the All Fools Band, and played at clubs in New Orleans. [2] In the 1970s, he joined Johnny Adams' band. He played with Adams for 20 years, both performing live and also appearing on his records. [1]
Washington was backed by a seven-member version of the Roadmasters, which included a three-piece horn section. [7] [8] "Mary Ann" is a cover of the Ray Charles song. [9] "I Stand Accused" is a cover of the Jerry Butler song. [10] "Close the Door" is a rendition of the song made famous by Teddy Pendergrass. [11] "Wolf Funk" and "Funkyard" are ...
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans music legend Walter “Wolfman” Washington, a cornerstone of the city’s musical nightlife for decades, The post New Orleans guitarist Walter ‘Wolfman ...
[6] [7] Adams's band was headed by Walter "Wolfman" Washington, who played guitar on the album. [8] [9] "You Don't Miss Your Water" is a cover of the William Bell song. "Never Alone" is a duet with Aaron Neville. [10] "Looking Back" was written by Brook Benton. [11] Adams became familiar with "Now You Know" through Little Willie John. [12]
Music video; on YouTube: It is known through several cover ... Walter "Wolfman" Washington (New Orleans R&B, on 1991 album, Sada) The Good Earth ...
AllMusic wrote that "with great support from an instrumental corps that includes guitarists Walter 'Wolfman' Washington and Duke Robillard, keyboardist Dr. John, and saxophonists Red Tyler and Foots Samuel, plus Ernie Gautreau on valve trombone, Adams didn't just cut a blues album, he made unforgettable blues statements."
The living descendant, Samuel Walter Washington, who is the current owner of Harewood estate, turned out to have more DNA in common with the two deceased brothers than the researchers expected.
Wolf at the Door is an album by the American blues musician Walter "Wolfman" Washington, released in 1991. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] It was his third album for Rounder Records . [ 3 ]