Freddie King

Like other successful Blues artists on this list, Freddie King came from the heart of the Texas and brought the Lone Star sound across the country. King hit is apex in the early 60’s where his catchy down home Blues was more accessible than some of his peers. Similar to other Electric Blues stars, King was a huge influence on those that followed him. Where King may have suffered was with his voice as he seemed far more comfortable with his soulful instrumentals than he did behind the microphone, but when you could play like Freddie King, you didn’t need to sing that much.

Should Freddie King be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 0%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 16.7%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 33.3%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 50%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 1981
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Gilmer, TX)
Essential Albums: Let’s Hide Away and Dance Away with Freddie King (1961)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Hide Away (From Let’s Hide Away and Dance Away with Freddie King, 1961)