Freddie King (September 3, 1934 – December 28, 1976) was an American
blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. He is considered one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar" (along with
Albert King and
B.B. King, none of whom was a blood relative). Mostly known for his soulful and powerful voice and distinctive guitar playing, King had a major influence on
electric blues music and on many later blues guitarists
Aint Nobody,s Business What We Do
Nearly constant touring took its toll on King—he was on the road almost
300 days out of the year. In 1976 he began suffering from stomach ulcers. His health quickly deteriorated, and he died on December 28 of complications from this illness and acute pancreatitis, at the age of 42.