William Clarke (musician)
William Clarke  | |
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Clarke on Bluesnews cover  | |
| Background information | |
| Born | March 29, 1951 Inglewood, California, U.S.  | 
| Died | November 2, 1996 (aged 45) Fresno, California  | 
| Genres | Blues | 
| Occupation | Musician | 
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| Years active | 1969–1996 | 
| Labels | Alligator | 
| Formerly of | George "Harmonica" Smith, Hollywood Fats | 
William Clarke (March 29, 1951 – November 2, 1996) was an American blues harmonica player and singer. He was chiefly associated with the Chicago blues style of amplified harmonica, but also incorporated elements of jump blues, swing, and soul jazz into his playing. Clarke was a master of both cross and chromatic harmonica styles and many consider him among the blues harmonica greats.