B. B. KING [ca. 1968-90] Photo archive

Np. No binding. Near Fine. Np: [ca. 1968-1990]. Set of fourteen 7 x 9" (17 x 22 cm) and 8 x 10" (20 x 25 cm) black-and-white glossy photos. A few have date stamps and information on verso, overall near fine. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, B. B. King is one of the most influential blues musicians of all time, nicknamed "The King of the Blues". As a blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and record producer he introduced new techniques which continue to influence solo guitar players. King is the winner of many Grammys and honorary doctorates. King is featured with his guitar in most photos. Included are ABC Agency portraits; a guest appearance on The Cosby Show (1990); with fellow blues artist Bobby Bland; performing at Gainesville Prison; at Marysville Reformatory for Women; and at a July 1970 live performance.