Big Mama Thornton Blues Poster
$25.00
10 in stock
Big Mama Thornton Blues Poster
Blues legend Big Mama Thornton Poster – 12 inches by 18 inches. Digitally printed on speckletone cardstock, hand signed by the artist, Grego Anderson. Ships Worldwide.
Illustrated and Designed by Grego Anderson – “America’s favorite Blues folk artist”
Owner and only employee at Mojohand.com – the one man Blues Boutique
Free shipping for all orders over $35 in the continental USA
©Mojohand.com – Everything Blues™ The one man Blues boutique celebrating over 20 years in service of the Blues!
What one of my customers had to say:
“Always top notch service, and Grego answers his emails 24/7 – do you ever sleep?” – Cheryl F. – New Hampshire
Big Mama Thornton: The Original Voice of Rock and Soul
Born Willie Mae Thornton on December 11, 1926, in Ariton, Alabama, “Big Mama” Thornton was a powerhouse blues singer, drummer, and harmonica player whose raw, thunderous vocals and commanding presence helped shape early rock ’n’ roll. Growing up the daughter of a Baptist minister, she learned to sing in church before taking her talents on the road with traveling shows across the South.
Thornton made history in 1952 with her breakout hit Hound Dog, written for her by Leiber and Stoller. The song’s fierce attitude and her booming delivery made it a rhythm and blues classic—years before Elvis Presley turned it into a rock anthem. She followed with Ball and Chain, later made famous by Janis Joplin, solidifying her reputation as one of the most dynamic female performers in blues history.
Known for her unapologetic style and larger-than-life charisma, Big Mama Thornton challenged gender and racial barriers in the music industry. Her performances were raw, soulful, and deeply authentic, earning her a devoted following among blues and rock audiences alike.
Thornton passed away on July 25, 1984, but her influence remains enormous. She was the voice that roared before the world knew what rock ’n’ roll was—a trailblazer whose power, spirit, and soul still echo through every song that dares to shout.
Learn more about the great Blues Women by clicking here, and watch Big Mama Thornton videos by clicking here
Big Mama Thornton Blues Poster
$25.00
10 in stock
Big Mama Thornton Blues Poster
Blues legend Big Mama Thornton Poster – 12 inches by 18 inches. Digitally printed on speckletone cardstock, hand signed by the artist, Grego Anderson. Ships Worldwide.
Illustrated and Designed by Grego Anderson – “America’s favorite Blues folk artist”
Owner and only employee at Mojohand.com – the one man Blues Boutique
Free shipping for all orders over $35 in the continental USA
©Mojohand.com – Everything Blues™ The one man Blues boutique celebrating over 20 years in service of the Blues!
What one of my customers had to say:
“Always top notch service, and Grego answers his emails 24/7 – do you ever sleep?” – Cheryl F. – New Hampshire
Big Mama Thornton: The Original Voice of Rock and Soul
Born Willie Mae Thornton on December 11, 1926, in Ariton, Alabama, “Big Mama” Thornton was a powerhouse blues singer, drummer, and harmonica player whose raw, thunderous vocals and commanding presence helped shape early rock ’n’ roll. Growing up the daughter of a Baptist minister, she learned to sing in church before taking her talents on the road with traveling shows across the South.
Thornton made history in 1952 with her breakout hit Hound Dog, written for her by Leiber and Stoller. The song’s fierce attitude and her booming delivery made it a rhythm and blues classic—years before Elvis Presley turned it into a rock anthem. She followed with Ball and Chain, later made famous by Janis Joplin, solidifying her reputation as one of the most dynamic female performers in blues history.
Known for her unapologetic style and larger-than-life charisma, Big Mama Thornton challenged gender and racial barriers in the music industry. Her performances were raw, soulful, and deeply authentic, earning her a devoted following among blues and rock audiences alike.
Thornton passed away on July 25, 1984, but her influence remains enormous. She was the voice that roared before the world knew what rock ’n’ roll was—a trailblazer whose power, spirit, and soul still echo through every song that dares to shout.
Learn more about the great Blues Women by clicking here, and watch Big Mama Thornton videos by clicking here
