Robert Elem

American musician (1928-1997)

PersonDied aged 69humanQ2156983

Also known as Robert "Big Mojo" Elem

Born: January 22, 1928
Died: February 5, 1997
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Birthplace: Itta Bena
Place of death: Chicago
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: musician
, guitarist

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Robert "Big Mojo" Elem was an American Chicago blues bass guitarist and singer. Although he recorded only one studio album in his long career, Elem was a part of the Chicago blues scene for over 40 years. He variously backed Arthur "Big Boy" Spires, Lester Davenport, Freddie King, Magic Sam, Junior Wells, Shakey Jake Harris, Jimmy Dawkins, Luther Allison, and Otis Rush.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: Robert
Instrument: bass guitar
Start of work period: 1948
Place of burial: Oakridge Glen Oaks Cemetery
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