28, 1934). Guitarist, slide guitarist and singer, considered by many to be the "father of the Delta blues" is credited with creating an enduring body of American music and personally inspiring just about every Delta bluesman. Pinetop Perkins (July 7, 1913, Belzoni, Mississippi – March 21, 2011). Pianist who played with some of the most influential blues and rock and roll performers in American history. Robert Petway (possibly October 18, 1907 – date of death unknown). Singer and guitarist who recorded only 16 songs, but was an influence on many notable blues and rock musicians. R Andy Rodgers (March 14, 1922 – August 14, 2004). Harmonicist, guitarist, singer-songwriter. A flamboyant character, known commonly as the "Midnight Cowboy", Rodgers worked part-time as a musician for most of his lifetime, finally recording two albums in the 1990s. Doctor Ross (October 21, 1925, Tunica, Mississippi – May 28, 1993). Harmonica player, guitarist and singer of country blues, Delta blues, Detroit blues and juke joint blues. S Johnny Shines (April 26, 1915 – April 20, 1992). Singer and guitarist. J.D. Short (February 26, 1902 – October 21, 1962). Singer, guitarist and harmonica player. Henry "Son" Sims (August 22, 1890 – December 23, 1958). Fiddler and songwriter, best known as an accompanist for Charley Patton and the young Muddy Waters. Freddie Spruell (December 28, 1893 – June 19, 1956). Singer and guitarist, generally regarded as the first Delta bluesman to be recorded. Houston Stackhouse (September 28, 1910 – September 23, 1980). Guitarist and singer best known for his association with Robert Nighthawk. T Johnny Temple (October 18, 1906 – November 22, 1968). Guitarist and singer. James Thomas (October 14, 1926 – June 26, 1993) T-Model Ford (probably June 24, 1923 – July 16, 2013). His musical style combined the rawness of Delta blues with Chicago blues and juke joint blues styles. U L. C. Ulmer (August 28, 1928 – February 14, 2016). Singer-songwriter and one-man band, playing up to 12 musical instruments at one time. W Bukka White (November 12, 1906 – February 26, 1977). Guitarist and singer. Geeshie Wiley (dates of birth and death unknown). Singer and guitarist who recorded six songs in 1930 and 1931. Big Joe Williams (October 16, 1903 – December 17, 1982). Guitarist, singer-songwriter, notable for the distinctive sound of his nine-string guitar. Sonny Boy Williamson II (December 5, 1912 – May 24, 1965). Early and influential harmonica stylist who