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JUNIOR WELLS

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Posted Jan 15, 1999 12:00 AM

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On this day 1998, Junior Wells, a pioneer in blues harmonica died of lymphoma at the age of 63. Wells was known for his sweeping harmonica solos punctured with sharp, staccato wails.