B.B. King
B.B. King was an iconic American blues guitarist and singer, widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of all time. Known for his expressive guitar playing and powerful singing, he played a pivotal role in bringing the blues genre to mainstream audiences. His famous guitar, 'Lucille,' became a symbol of his legacy. King's influence extended beyond music, as he became a cultural icon, earning numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including 15 Grammy Awards.
Born on Sep 16, 1925 (99 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,594 | $700,000 | 452$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,134 | $210,000 | 93$ |
| Totals | 2 | 13,476,855 | 7,728 | $910,000 | 545$ |
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Switzerland:
B. B. King is celebrated as one of Clapton's musical heroes, collaborating with him on the album 'Riding with the King'.
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New Zealand:
We head to the B.B. King Museum in the great man’s hometown of Indianola.
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Israel:
B.B. King was one of the artists who performed during the celebrations surrounding the fight.
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Liechtenstein:
B.B. King was one of the musical acts at the festival during the Foreman vs. Ali fight.
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Italy:
B.B. King is noted for donating a Gibson guitar to Pope John Paul II, which was sold at auction.
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