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James Cotton

By Reverend Keith A. Gordon, About.com

Chicago Harmonica Legend :

Mississippi native who lived with Blues icon Sonny Boy Williamson and learned the magic of a harmonica. He moved on to play with Howlin' Wolf before becoming a member of Muddy Water's great band. He struck out on his own and went on to have a prolific recording career.

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