Reverend Gary Davis

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Davis was an American gospel/blues singer and guitarist who also played the harmonica and the banjo. He was another of the early fingerstyle guiatarists who influenced generations of great players after him. Notable guitarists who cite him as an influence are Woody Mann, Stefan Grossman, Keb' Mo' and even Jackson Browne.

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Born: Apr 30, 1896
Died: May 05, 1972
Influenced By:
| Blind Blake | Lonnie Johnson | Willie Walker |
Has Influenced:
| Bob Weir & Ratdog | Dave Van Ronk | David Bromberg | John Hammond, Jr. | Jorma Kaukonen | Pierre Bensusan | Roy Book Binder | Ry Cooder | Stefan Grossman | Taj Mahal |