Howlin' Wolf

Chester Arthur Burnett (June 10, 1910 – January 10, 1976), better known as Howlin' Wolf, was an influential American blues singer, guitarist and harmonica player. With a booming voice and looming physical presence, Burnett is commonly ranked among the leading performers in electric blues; musician and critic Cub Koda declared, "no one could match [Howlin' Wolf] for the singular ability to rock the house down to the foundation while simultaneously... more

Date of birth:

  • Jun 10, 1910

Date of death:

  • Jan 10, 1976 (age 65 years)

Place Musical Career Began:

Also known as:

  • Chester Arthur Burnett,
  • Howling Wolf,
  • Chester Burnett,
  • Howlin Wolf,
  • Howlin¹ Wolf,
  • The Howlin' Wolf
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Hall of fame inductee

Hall of fame inductions:

Date Hall of fame Category
  • 1991
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