Carey Bell Harrington, known professionally as Carey Bell, was born on November 14, 1936, in Macon, Mississippi. A revered figure in the blues harmonica tradition, Bell was apprenticed to the chromatic harmonica maestro Little Walter Jacobs and later to Big Walter Horton, two veterans who helped define the instrument's role in Chicago blues. He honed his craft in the 1960s and 1970s, playing with other blues legends such as Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and Howlin' Wolf, which shaped his robust and expressive harmonica style.

Originally aspiring to play bass, Bell found his true calling with the harmonica, adding a distinctive vibrancy to the Chicago blues scene. He carved out his signature sound with a combination of searing harmonica lines and a soulful vocal style, culminating in a solo career that earned him acclaim within the blues community. Bell's discography features a blend of tradition and innovation, with albums such as "Harpslinger," "Good Luck Man," and "Mellow Down Easy" attesting to his prowess as a musician. His work has been celebrated with reissues like the "Harpslinger 30th Anniversary Reissue," showcasing the enduring impact of his musical legacy. Carey Bell's contributions to the blues genre until his passing on May 6, 2007, ensured his place among the pantheon of great blues harmonica players.

Genres

Chicago Blues

Harmonica Blues

Latest Release

Harpslinger 30th Anniversary Reissue-Complete for the First Time

Carey Bell

Album - 13 Tracks - Released June 18, 2018