Ralph Willis (blues musician)

Ralph Willis
Also known asRalph "Bama" Willis
Alabama Slim
Washboard Pete
Sleepy Joe
Bornc. 1910
Near Birmingham, Alabama, United States (possible)
DiedJune 11, 1957
New York, New York, United States
GenresPiedmont blues, country blues
OccupationsSinger, guitarist, songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar
Years activeLate 1930s–1953
LabelsSavoy Records
King Records
Various

Ralph Willis (c. 1910 – June 11, 1957) was an American Piedmont blues and country blues singer, guitarist and songwriter. Some of his Savoy records were released under the pseudonyms Washboard Pete, Alabama Slim, and Sleepy Joe. His famous song is "Christmas Blues" (credited to Washboard Pete).

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