Photos of Chicago Blues legend Eddy Clearwater

I had the good fortune to see Blues legend Eddy Clearwater last night at Bill’s Blues in Evanston, Illinois.  Eddy is one of the Chicago blues greats hailing from Macon, Mississippi and one of the few surviving originals.   He named himself “Clearwater” as a counterpoint to Blues’ great Muddy Waters.  Eddy belts out the blues with beauty, emotion, and clarity.  He is a truly authentic bluesman, and if you get the chance to see him, you should check him out.  His nickname is “The Chief”  and I have had the pleasure of seeing him perform years ago in full native american headdress.

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