Movie

Koko Taylor: Queen of the Blues

(en)

1991

46m

Koko Taylor: Queen of the Blues

Music

Documentary

Overview: Known fondly as the "Queen of the Blues," Koko Taylor began singing in Chicago blues clubs in the 1950s. Her gritty, powerful voice attracted the attention of Willie Dixon, another famous Chicago blues icon and record producer. Her recording of Dixon's "Wang Dang Doodle" topped the R&B charts in 1966. This special, recorded in 1991 for WTTW, documents her history, and cements her legacy as a Bonafide Chicago Blues legend.

Status: Released

Release date: February 24, 1991

Countries of origin: United States of America,

Production company:
  • WTTW/Chicago

Top Cast

Koko Taylor

Koko Taylor

Willie Dixon

Willie Dixon