Born in Helena Arkansas in the early 1920's, McCracklin moved to Richmond California and set up shop at The Savoy Club, becoming a well known west coast bluesman in the post WWII era. His first record "Miss Mattie Left Me," appeared on L.A's Globe in 1945. He's remembered particularly for his recordings for Bob Geddins' Swingtime and The Bihari Brothers' Modern labels. His biggest hit was The Walk, recorded in 1957 for Chess.

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