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Arthur 'Big Boy' Crudup was a prominent Mississippi delta blues singer and guitarist, born on August 24, 1905, in Forest, Mississippi, USA. Often referred to as "The Father of Rock and Roll," he significantly influenced Elvis Presley, who recorded Crudup's song "That's All Right (Mama)" for his breakthrough record. Crudup also penned several well-known songs, including "My Baby Left Me" and "So Glad You're Mine," which have been covered by Presley and numerous other artists. Crudup made his recording debut for the Victor label in 1941 after being discovered by a legendary Chicago record producer. Over the next 11 years, he participated in 36 recording sessions for Victor, producing hits like "That's All Right (Mama)" and "So Glad You're Mine" in 1946, as well as "My Baby Left Me" in 1950. However, by 1956, he withdrew from recording due to dissatisfaction with wages and disputes over his writing royalties with Melrose. In 1962, he resumed recording for Bobby Robinson's label, producing some of his best work while backing himself on all instruments. His later recordings include a 1968 album and a 1970 album recorded in the UK with young British blues musicians. Arthur Crudup passed away on March 28, 1974, in Nassawadox, Virginia, USA, at the age of 68.

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