Commercial success proved frustratingly elusive, but Willie Tee remains an institution of the New Orleans music scene. A powerfully expressive vocalist and pianist rooted in the traditions of Crescent City R&B and jazz, his mid-'60s soul sides are acknowledged classics on the Carolinas' beach music circuit. (AllMusic) Significant. File under: New Orleans Keyboards and Vocal.
Discography: Albums; Compilations Singles
In the music library: I'm Only a Man
Atlantic Rhythm And Blues 1947-1974 Volume 5 (1962-1966): Teasin' You
City of Dreams: Funky New Orleans: Keeper Of The Crown (with Bo Dollis and Dr. John)
City of Dreams: Ivory Emperors: On The Q-Tee
Links: Wikipedia Official web site AllMusic Discogs Soulful Kinda Music Ponderosa Stomp
A Memorial for the Great Wilson Turbinton a.k.a Willie Tee
Obituary: New York Times