Little Willy Foster
American Chicago blues harmonicist, singer, and songwriter
About Little Willy Foster
Lived 1922 – 1987 (aged 65). Little Willy Foster was an American songwriter, list of harmonicists and singing.
Singles discography
Year A-side(Songwriter) B-side(Songwriter) Record label Notes 1955 "Falling Rain Blues"(Foster) "Four Day Jump"(Foster) Parrot / Blue Lake Accompanied by Lazy Bill Lucas, Floyd Jones, Eddie Taylor 1957 "Crying the Blues"(Foster) "Little Girl"(Foster) Cobra Accompanied by Lazy Bill Lucas, Floyd Jones, Eddie Taylor, Triolue High
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Little Willy Foster?
American Chicago blues harmonicist, singer, and songwriter (1922-1987)
When was Little Willy Foster born?
Little Willy Foster was born on 20 April 1922 in Dublin.
When did Little Willy Foster die?
Little Willy Foster died on 25 November 1987 in Chicago.
What was Little Willy Foster's occupation?
Little Willy Foster was a songwriter, list of harmonicists and singing.
What nationality was Little Willy Foster?
Little Willy Foster was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Little Willy Foster. https://biography.guide/little-willy-foster/
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