Winifred Slee
Winifred Slee was the mother of British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, and she played a significant role in shaping his musical influences. Having Irish roots, she introduced Rea to traditional Irish music, which he later connected to the blues, a genre that greatly influenced his songwriting and performance style. Her background and cultural heritage had a lasting impact on Rea, ultimately helping to define his unique artistic voice.
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Chris Rea was introduced to traditional Irish music by his Irish-born mother, Winifred Slee.
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