Fred McDowell was an American country blues singer and guitarist, born in 1904 in the United States. Known for his distinctive slide guitar technique, he became a key figure in the blues genre. His career gained wider recognition in the 1960s during the folk and blues revival, with recordings on labels such as Arhoolie Records. Some of his most notable songs include "You Gotta Move", later covered by The Rolling Stones. Fred McDowell significantly influenced the development of blues and its transition into modern music, leaving a lasting legacy in the genre.

• Genres: Джаз, Традиционный джаз, Блюз
• Country: USA
• Language: English