James Govan

American musician (1949-2014)

PersonDied aged 64humanQ6134792

Born: September 2, 1949
Died: July 18, 2014
Birthplace: McComb
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: singer

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James Govan was an American blues soul singer. His most recent album, I'm in Need, was released in 1996. He had also performed alongside such artists as The Boogie Blues Band and Charlie Wood. Govan had become one of the favorite musicians on Beale Street, known for his cavernous baritone voice. He routinely performed for over two decades at the Rum Boogie Café.

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Given name: James
Genre: soul
Family name: Govan
Instrument: percussion instrument
voice
Start of work period: 1969
Sex or gender: male

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