Leadbelly

Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Irene", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil".

Born:

Jan 20, 1888 In Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA

Movie/TV Credits:

6

First Appeared:

In the movie Blues Masters - The Essential History of the Blues 1993-01-01

Latest Project:

Movie Legend of Lead Belly 2013-01-01