Cadillac Blues - Jess Willard

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Born Jess Willard Griffin, 28 March 1916, Washburn, Texas Died 26 May 1959, Auburn, California. Jess was named after the boxer Jess Willard, who won the world championship heavyweight in 1915. Jess was one of seven children. His two big musical influences were his father, a skilled guitarist who passed onto his son his love for Western music and his technical ability, and his best friend, singer Jack Guthrie. Enjoy !!!