Elmore James was an influential American singer, songwriter, and guitarist born on January 27, 1918, in Rankin County, USA. He made significant contributions to the blues genre and is best known for his slide guitar techniques and powerful vocals. His music has been covered by numerous artists, and he is often regarded as a major influence on rock and roll. James passed away from a heart attack on May 24, 1963, in Chicago, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire musicians to this day.
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Meaning of the name - Elmore
noble strength, famous warrior
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Elmore James belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Richland
Place of Death: Chicago
Cause of Death: myocardial infarction
Occupation: guitarist | singer-songwriter | singer
Awards Received: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 27, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for January 27, 2025 |
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Sun | 6 Aquarius 58 | 8 Aquarius 1 | 23 Taurus 4 |
Moon | 13 Leo 18 | 14 Capricorn 55 | 16 Cancer 55 |
Mercury | 12 Capricorn 22 | 29 Capricorn 20 | 1 Taurus 6 |
Venus | 27 Aquarius 22 | 23 Pisces 54 | 8 Aries 23 |
Mars | 2 Libra 45 | 21 Cancer 50 | 15 Virgo 55 |
Jupiter | 1 Gemini 13 | 11 Gemini 22 | 16 Gemini 16 |
Saturn | 12 Leo 14 | 16 Pisces 54 | 9 Leo 25 |
Uranus | 22 Aquarius 43 | 23 Taurus 17 | 27 Aquarius 31 |
Neptune | 5 Leo 41 | 27 Pisces 50 | 4 Leo 32 |
Pluto | 3 Cancer 52 | 1 Aquarius 54 | 4 Cancer 1 |
Rahu | 29 Sagittarius 37 | 0 Aries 4 | 23 Sagittarius 57 |
Ketu | 29 Gemini 37 | 0 Libra 4 | 23 Gemini 57 |
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