Koko Taylor: Queen of the Blues
Known fondly as the "Queen of the Blues," Koko Taylor began singing in Chicago blues clubs in the 1950s. Her gritty, powerful voice attracted the attention of Willie Dixon, another famous Chicago blues icon and record producer. Her recording of Dixon's "Wang Dang Doodle" topped the R&B charts in 1966. This special, recorded in 1991 for WTTW, documents her history, and cements her legacy as a Bonafide Chicago Blues legend.
Cast: Koko Taylor, Willie Dixon
Koko Taylor: Queen of the Blues
Known fondly as the "Queen of the Blues," Koko Taylor began singing in Chicago blues clubs in the 1950s. Her gritty, powerful voice attracted the attention of Willie Dixon, another famous Chicago blues icon and record producer. Her recording of Dixon's "Wang Dang Doodle" topped the R&B charts in 1966. This special, recorded in 1991 for WTTW, documents her history, and cements her legacy as a Bonafide Chicago Blues legend.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Patricia Hemmingway-Seale
- Cast
- Koko Taylor, Willie Dixon
- Studio
- WTTW/Chicago
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
