Paul Oscher
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Paul Oscher (born April 5, 1950)[1] is an American blues singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist.
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[edit] Background
Oscher was born in Brooklyn, New York. He is married to Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks.[2]
[edit] Career
His career as a musician began at the age of fifteen when he played for the musician, Little Jimmy Mae.
Oscher was a member of the Muddy Waters Blues Band from 1967-1972.[3] Together with Louisiana Red, he toured Germany in 1976. They both appeared at the WDR-TV music show Rockpalast. In 1999, he played with Big Bill Morganfield on his debut album, Rising Son.
[edit] Awards
2006 Blues Music Awards:
- "Acoustic Artist Of The Year"
- "Acoustic Album Of The Year"
