Muddy Waters

Muddy Waters

1915-04-04 Issaquena, Mississippi, USA 36 Credits

Biography

McKinley Morganfield, known professionally as Muddy Waters, (April 4, 1915 – April 30, 1983) was an American blues singer-songwriter and musician who was an important figure in the post-war blues scene, and is often cited as the "father of modern Chicago blues." His style of playing has been described as "raining down Delta beatitude."

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They All Came Out to Montreux

They All Came Out to Montreux

2023

as Self

9.0
Acting

Utilizing a wealth of archival footage featuring Prince, Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis and more, They All Came Out to Montreux is an affectionate story...

The Quiet One

The Quiet One

2019

as Self

6.8
Acting

Featuring never-before-seen home movies and photographs, musician Bill Wyman opens up his vast personal archives to share stories and memories of his ...

The Devil's Share

The Devil's Share

2018

as Self (archive footage)

8.0
Acting

Quebec, on the cusp of the 1960s. The province is on the brink of momentous change. Deftly selecting clips from nearly 200 films from the National Fil...

Muddy Waters Live in Concert 1976

2014

Acting

Muddy Waters fans will welcome this live show of excellent performances, recorded in 1976 for television in Europe. It contains classics like ""Hoochi...

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'

2013

as Self - Musician (archive footage)

7.4
Acting

An account of the short life of genius musician Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), probably the most talented and influential guitarist of the twentieth century:...

Born In Chicago

Born In Chicago

2013

as Self

8.0
Acting

"Born In Chicago" is a soulful documentary film that chronicles a uniquely musical passing of the torch. It’s the story of first generation blues perf...

Muddy Waters and The Rolling Stones - Live at the Checkerboard Lounge

Muddy Waters and The Rolling Stones - Live at the Checkerboard Lounge

2012

as Self - Guitar and vocals

6.0
Acting

On November 22, 1981, in the middle of their mammoth American tour, the Rolling Stones arrived in Chicago prior to playing 3 nights at the Rosemont Ho...

The American Folk Blues Festival: The British Tours 1963-1966

The American Folk Blues Festival: The British Tours 1963-1966

2007

as Himself

7.0
Acting

In 1962, a group of legendary American blues musicians embarked on a series of tours to the United Kingdom. Footage from these classic concerts, which...

Muddy Waters Classic Concerts

Muddy Waters Classic Concerts

2006

as Himself

Acting
The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1969, Vol. 3

The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1969, Vol. 3

2004

as Self

10.0
Acting

Taken from the European tours organised for American blues musicians between 1962 and 1969, this release features performances by several popular blue...

Gunsmoke Blues

Gunsmoke Blues

2004

as Self

6.5
Acting

One weekend in November, 1971, bluesfreak, Link Wyler and his buddies from the Gunsmoke TV crew, gave in to temptation. On production hiatus, they bol...

The Blues Greats

2004

as Himself

7.0
Acting
Antone's: Home of the Blues

Antone's: Home of the Blues

2004

as Performer

10.0
Acting

Documentary film about the legendary blues club in Austin, Texas. The film is filled with historical and dynamic blues performances from the earliest ...

Muddy Waters: Messin' With The Blues

Muddy Waters: Messin' With The Blues

2004

as Self

Acting

A legendary concert featuring some of the most well known blues songs of all time. Recorded live at the Montreux Jazz Festival! Switzerland in 1974. T...

The Howlin' Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll

The Howlin' Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll

2003

as Himself

2.0
Acting

Arguably second only to Muddy Waters among the Mississippi Delta singers who traveled north and pioneered urban electric blues (their supposed rivalry...

Johnny Winter: Live

Johnny Winter: Live

2003

as Self

Acting

1. It's My Life Baby 2. Rock And Roll Hoochie Koo 3. Stranger 4. Sweet Papa John 5. Life Is Hard 6. Mannish Boy 7. Tell The Truth 8. Love, Life...

Piano Blues

Piano Blues

2003

as Self (archive footage)

6.5
Acting

Director β€” and piano player β€” Clint Eastwood explores his life-long passion for piano blues, using a treasure trove of rare historical footage in addi...

Godfathers and Sons

Godfathers and Sons

2003

as Self

7.5
Acting

Director Marc Levin travels to Chicago with hip-hop legend Chuck D (from Public Enemy) and Marshall Chess (son of Leonard Chess and heir to the legacy...

Feel Like Going Home

Feel Like Going Home

2003

as Self

8.7
Acting

Director Martin Scorsese winds his way from the banks of the Niger River in Mali to the cotton fields and juke joints of the Mississippi Delta to trac...

Muddy Waters: Can't Be Satisfied

Muddy Waters: Can't Be Satisfied

2003

Acting

Filmmaker Robert Gordon captures the life of fascinating blues artist Muddy Waters. Credited with inventing the electric blues, Waters left an indelib...

The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1966, Vol. 1

The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1966, Vol. 1

2003

as Himself

Acting

Taken from the European tours organised for American blues musicians between 1962 and 1969, this release features performances by several popular blue...

Muddy Waters - Got My Mojo Working - Rare Performances 1968-1978

Muddy Waters - Got My Mojo Working - Rare Performances 1968-1978

1999

as Himself

4.2
Acting

Muddy Waters peforms in various taped clips during his later years as an elder statesman of the Chicago Blues.

Blues Masters

Blues Masters

1999

as Self (archive footage)

6.0
Acting

In 1966, CBC Television invited some of North America's greatest blues performers to gather in a studio in Toronto, recording together and individuall...

See You in Hell, Blind Boy

See You in Hell, Blind Boy

1999

Acting

A travelogue through the Mississippi delta searching for the heart and the spirit of the blues.

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music

1993

as Self (archive footage)

6.0
Acting

Blues as a genre shaped the sound of jazz in the early 20th century and directly led to the creation of rock 'n' roll in the '50s. The scales, chords,...

Muddy Waters Blues Band: Live At Rockpalast - Westfalenhalle Dortmund (Germany) - December 10 1978

Muddy Waters Blues Band: Live At Rockpalast - Westfalenhalle Dortmund (Germany) - December 10 1978

1978

as guitar, vocals

Acting

At Westfallenhalle Dortmund on December 10, 1978 for the Rockpalast recording, Muddy Waters mighty vocals and his splendid charisma on stage fascinate...

The Last Waltz

The Last Waltz

1978

as Self

7.6
Acting

Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances...

Eric Clapton and His Rolling Hotel

Eric Clapton and His Rolling Hotel

1978

as Self

2.0
Acting

Eric Clapton and his band toured Europe by train in 1978, and a documentary called "Eric Clapton and his Rolling Hotel" was filmed, but never released...

Muddy Waters Rhythm & Blues Band Festival Concert Dortmund

Muddy Waters Rhythm & Blues Band Festival Concert Dortmund

1976

as Vocals, Guitar

5.0
Acting
Soundstage Blues Summit In Chicago: Muddy Waters And Friends

Soundstage Blues Summit In Chicago: Muddy Waters And Friends

1974

as Self/Performer

Acting

In July 1974, a group of Chicago based blues artists who had already achieved legendary status gathered together with some of their younger "blues bre...

Rock-a-bye

Rock-a-bye

1973

as Self

7.0
Acting

A look at the Rock and Roll music industry in Canada.

Chicago Blues

Chicago Blues

1972

Acting

Harley Cokeliss's Chicago Blues filmed in 1972 was a remarkable film; remarkable in that it was not just a competent documentary but a film crafted wi...

Muddy Waters - Journeyman Blues - Live

1971

3.8
Acting

American Folk-Blues Festival: The Blues and Gospel Train

1964

Acting

A 16 minute short comprising 2 acts of a 1964 event where an innovative group of musicians performed on a real railroad track. The audience on one sid...

I Hear The Blues

I Hear The Blues

1963

Acting

UK TV Movie of blues performances from many of the greats.

Muddy Waters at Newport

1960

Acting

A hugely groundbreaking and influential live recording, that set the tone for generations of Blues artist afterwards. Performed during a tumultuous ti...