Michael Burks

Guitarist

Birthday July 30, 1957

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Milwaukee, WI

DEATH DATE May 6, 2012 (54)

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About

Blues musician who had hits with "I Smell Smoke" and "Hard Come, Easy Go" and who worked with many jazz greats.

Before Fame

He released his first record independently in 1997 and then signed with Alligator Records for three more critically acclaimed albums.

Trivia

He earned with nickname Iron Man for his intense guitar playing and the thousands of miles he logged touring.

Family Life

His family moved from Milwaukee to Camden, Arkansas, where he, along with his father and brother, built a musical hall.

Associated With

Robert Clay was another popular blues musician.