About Willie Trice
Lived 1910 – 1976 (aged 65–66). Willie Trice was an American singer.
William Augusta Trice (February 10, 1908 – December 11, 1976) was an American blues guitarist, singer and songwriter.
In 1971, he recorded two songs he wrote, "Three Little Kittens Rag" and "One Dime Blues", for Trix Records, which were released as a single the following year. Between 1971 and December 1973, he recorded enough songs (several of which he wrote himself), for an album, Blue and Rag'd, released by Trix in 1975.
Trice lived his whole life in the same area, continuing to play music as time and finances allowed.
Trice died at his home in Durham, North Carolina, in December 1976, at the age of 68. His brother Richard, who died in 2000, was buried next to him.
Discography
CD album Year Title Record label Notes 1995 Blue and Rag'd Trix Records Recorded between July 1971 and December 1973
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Contemporaries
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Trice?
American Blues musician
When was Willie Trice born?
Willie Trice was born in 1910 in Chapel Hill.
When did Willie Trice die?
Willie Trice died on 11 December 1976 in Durham.
What was Willie Trice's occupation?
Willie Trice was a singer.
What nationality was Willie Trice?
Willie Trice was American.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Trice. https://biography.guide/willie-trice/
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