John Lee Hooker

American blues singer, guitarist and songwriter; a central figure in post‑war blues known for a talking‑blues delivery, hypnotic single‑chord boogies and foot‑stomp rhythms. Career documented from first Modern Records singles (1948) through recordings and collaborations into the late 20th century; died in 2001.

First single recorded in 1948 for Modern Records. Reviews and discography note a Detroit/post‑war electric blues style, later collaborations include recorded work with Van Morrison and an appearance alongside Santana on the Chill Out album (as noted in reviews).

DeBaser reviews praise Hooker's raw, hypnotic urban blues and his obsessive single‑chord boogie style. Key records highlighted include I'm John Lee Hooker, Travelin', House of the Blues and The Complete Chess Folk Blues Sessions. Reviewers note his talking‑blues delivery, foot‑stomp rhythms and influential role in post‑war blues. Collaborations with Van Morrison and Santana are mentioned in reviews.

For:Listeners and readers interested in classic blues, post-war Detroit style, and Hooker's discography.