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Daryl Davis Group

Born in Maryland, Daryl Davis earned his Bachelor of Music degree from Howard University, where he was a member of the Howard University Choir and Jazz Vocal Ensemble. In addition to being a vocalist, guitarist, composer, and keyboardist, Daryl is a professional actor and author. In 1985, 72 year-old Pinetop Perkins, one of the founding fathers of Boogie Woogie and considered to be one of the greatest Blues and Boogie pianists, selected 27 year-old Daryl Davis to succeed him in the piano and vocal slot of the Muddy Waters Legendary Blues Band. Johnnie Johnson, Chuck Berry’s original pianist, has praised Daryl’s ability to master with authenticity, a style that was popular 30 years before he was born. As a performer, Daryl Davis has worked with countless greats such as Elvis Presley’s Jordanaires, The Coasters and he is a long-standing, regular player, in Chuck Berry’s current band.

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The Daryl Davis Group 8/21/03: The Daryl Davis Group

The Daryl Davis Group is led by Davis who succeeded Pinetop Perkins as pianist/vocalist in Muddy Waters’ Legendary Blues Band. Davis has appeared with such top artists and ensembles as Chuck Berry, Presley’s Jordanaires and The Coasters.

The Daryl Davis Group

The Daryl Davis Group is led by Davis who succeeded Pinetop Perkins as pianist/vocalist in Muddy Waters’ Legendary Blues Band. Davis has appeared with such top artists and ensembles as Chuck Berry, Presley’s Jordanaires and The Coasters.

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