Sonny Terry

Sonny Terry (Saunders Terrell) was born in Greensboro, North Carolina in 1911. He is most widely known for his energetic blues harmonica style which frequently includes vocal whoops and hollers. He lost most of his eyesight early in life, in separate accidents.

He established a long-standing musical relationship with Brownie McGhee, and the pair recorded numerous tracks together. The duo became well-known, even among white audiences.