Otis Spann

Otis Spann
Background information
Born(1924-03-21)March 21, 1924 or 1930
Belzoni or Jackson, Mississippi, U.S.
Died(1970-04-24)April 24, 1970 (aged 40–46)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
GenresChicago blues
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Piano, vocals
Years active1944–1970
LabelsDecca, Chess, Storyville, Testament, Bluesway, Vanguard, CBS/Blue Horizon

Otis Spann (March 21, 1924, or 1930  April 24, 1970) was an American blues musician many consider the leading postwar Chicago blues pianist.