October 9, 1935 – August 4, 2012
Today, I learned that one of my favorite blues guitarists, Johnnie Bassett, passed away on August 4. After a long and storied career, the past two decades saw his career enjoy a second wind as his name became acclaimed in international blues circles. He became known as "Detroit's Gentleman of the Blues", with a playing style that fit the moniker. "This is
one of those artists where everything just came together — jazz, soul, blues, R&B," said publicist Matt Lee. "We'll never see his like again." His last album, I Can Make That Happen, was released on June 19, 2012. RIP, Mr. Bassett, and thank you for the great music you shared with us.
one of those artists where everything just came together — jazz, soul, blues, R&B," said publicist Matt Lee. "We'll never see his like again." His last album, I Can Make That Happen, was released on June 19, 2012. RIP, Mr. Bassett, and thank you for the great music you shared with us.
