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Howlin' Wolf, born on June 10, 1910, in West Point, Mississippi, was an influential American blues singer, guitarist, and harmonica player. He played a crucial role in bridging the early Delta Blues with modern Electric Blues. His early musical education in the Mississippi Delta included guitar and showmanship, as well as harmonica teachings. By the end of the 1930s, he had become a fixture on the Southern club scene. Howlin' Wolf was inducted into the U.S. Army on April 9, 1941, and was discharged on November 3, 1943. After his military service, he moved near West Memphis, Arkansas, where he formed a band in 1948 that included guitarists and Matt "Guitar" Murphy, a harmonica player, and a drummer. In 1951, he recorded several songs at a local studio, which helped him gain celebrity status. After securing a contract, he relocated to Chicago in 1952, where his legendary status was solidified. In Chicago, Howlin' Wolf collaborated with prominent blues musicians and maintained stellar lineups thanks to the admirable policies of his manager, who ensured fair pay and benefits for his musicians. Over the years, many of his songs, including "Little Red Rooster," "Back Door Man," "Killing Floor," and "Spoonful," have been covered by rock bands. With his recordings from Memphis and Chicago, Howlin' Wolf

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