Blues Artist Jesse Fortune Dies

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Jesse Fortune, known the "Fortune Tellin' Man" and a contemporary of many Chicago's most famous blues legends has died. Fortune, 79, collapsed on stage during his first performance at Gene's Playmate Lounge (4239 W. Cermak). Fortune was pronounced dead at Mt. Sinai Hospital at 12:51 a.m. According to his biography, he performed with many of Chicago's all-stars, including Otis Rush and Buddy Guy. Fortune is one of several notable blues deaths this year including Koko Taylor on the eve of Bluesfest.

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This guy was an absolutely amazing singer. Check out his song "Too many cooks." Also RIP Sister Rosetta Tharpe's singing partner Marie Knight. Another giant is lost.

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