Baker, King Ernest b. May 30, 1939 d. March 5, 2000 Blues Vocalist. He was inspired to sing blues by watching Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf performances in Chicago clubs where he got his first professional gig playing with Byther Smith. He established a reputation in the club scene in the early 1960s as Good Rockin' Ernie. He took his blues styling talent to New York City where he was given the nickname "king" for his wild dancing antics. His first recorded single, "I Feel Alright," enjoyed mild success prior to his returning to Chicago where he...[Read More] (Bio by: Caroline) Vidalia Cemetery, Vidalia, Concordia Parish, Louisiana, USA
b. May 30, 1939 d. March 5, 2000