Saxophonists who make a living leading a blues band in the Windy City are scarce as hen's teeth. But Eddie Shaw did precisely that after his longtime boss, Howlin' Wolf, died in 1976. (AllMusic) Interesting. File under: Unlikely Leaders.
Discography:
In the music library: The Alligator Records 25th Anniversary Collection: Sitting On Top Of The World
Links: Wikipedia AllMusic Discogs Alligator Records Mississippi Blues Trail
Blues saxophonist Eddie Shaw still leads the band he assembled for Howlin' Wolf
Eddie Shaw, who brought saxophone energy to the blues, dies at 80