About Arvella Gray
Lived 1906 – 1980 (aged 74). Arvella Gray was an American street artist, musician, singer and songwriter.
Blind Arvella Gray (January 28, 1906 – September 7, 1980)
Gray was born James Dixon, in Somerville, Texas. He spent the latter part of his life performing and busking folk, blues and gospel music at Chicago's Maxwell Street flea market and at rapid-transit depots. was reissued on the Conjuroo record label in 2005. The reissue was produced by Cary Baker, who wrote the liner notes for the original vinyl LP, released by Birch Records.
Gray died in Chicago, Illinois, in September 1980, at the age of 74.
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Who was Arvella Gray?
American blues, folk and gospel singer and guitarist (1906–1980)
When was Arvella Gray born?
Arvella Gray was born on 28 January 1906 in Texas.
When did Arvella Gray die?
Arvella Gray died on 7 September 1980 in Chicago.
What was Arvella Gray's occupation?
Arvella Gray was a street artist, musician, singer and songwriter.
What nationality was Arvella Gray?
Arvella Gray was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arvella Gray. https://biography.guide/arvella-gray/
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