Jack Owens (blues singer)

Jack Owens
Owens performing at the Utrecht Blues Estafette, 1995 (photograph: Phil Wight)
Background information
Birth nameL. F. Nelson
Born(1904-11-17)November 17, 1904
Bentonia, Mississippi, U.S.
DiedFebruary 9, 1997(1997-02-09) (aged 92)
Yazoo City, Mississippi, U.S.
GenresDelta blues, Bentonia School, rhythm and blues roots, gospel
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, farmer
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, piano, fife, fiddle
Years active19701997
LabelsTestament Records (USA), others

Jack Owens (November 17, 1904 – February 9, 1997) was an American blues singer and guitarist, from Bentonia, Mississippi.