Albert Collins

Albert Collins
Albert Collins
	Collins in 1990
Background information
Birth name	Albert Gene Collins
Also known as	The Ice Man
Born	October 1, 1932; Leona, Texas, U.S.
Died	November 24, 1993 (aged 61); Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Genres	Blues; blues rock; jump blues;
Occupation(s)	Musician; songwriter;
Instrument(s)	Guitar; vocals; harmonica;
Years active	1952–1993
Labels	Imperial; Alligator;

Albert Gene Collins (October 1, 1932 – November 24, 1993)^[1] was an American electric blues guitarist and singer with a distinctive guitar style. He was noted for his powerful playing and his use of altered tunings and a capo. His long association with the Fender Telecaster led to the title "The Master of the Telecaster".^[2]

^ Skeely, Richard. "Albert Collins: Biography". Allmusic.com.
^ Du Noyer, Paul (2003). The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music. Fulham, London: Flame Tree Publishing. p. 164. ISBN 1-904041-96-5.

[amg-1] Skeely, Richard. "Albert Collins: Biography". Allmusic.com.

[Music-2] Du Noyer, Paul (2003). The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Music. Fulham, London: Flame Tree Publishing. p. 164. ISBN 1-904041-96-5.

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