Charles Pitts

Charles Pitts
Pitts in 2011
Background information
Also known asSkip Pitts
Born(1947-04-07)April 7, 1947
Washington, D.C., U.S.
DiedMay 1, 2012(2012-05-01) (aged 65)
Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.
GenresSoul, R&B, funk, blues
OccupationMusician
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1964–2012
LabelsStax Records

Charles "Skip" Pitts (April 7, 1947 – May 1, 2012) was an American soul and blues guitarist. He is best known for his distinctive "wah-wah" style, prominently featured on Isaac Hayes' title track from the 1971 movie Shaft. He is widely considered to have been one of the architects of soul, R&B and funk guitar.

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