Mississippi Sheiks

The Mississippi Sheiks were a blues string band that recorded extensively during the early 1930s. Comprised of various members including Bo Chatman, Lonnie Chatmon, Sam Chatman, and Walter Vinson, their lineup often changed over time. Their music was characterized by interchangeable instrumentation and a unique sound. They recorded for several record labels such as OKeh, Paramount, Columbia/OKeh, and Bluebird. The Mississippi Sheiks' contributions to the blues genre are significant and their recordings continue to be celebrated today.

Similar artists to the Mississippi Sheiks include Blind Boy Fuller, Bo Carter, Frank Stokes, Barbecue Bob, Furry Lewis, Charley Patton, Papa Charlie Jackson, Kokomo Arnold, King Solomon Hill, Robert Wilkins, Son House, Big Bill Broonzy, Mance Lipscomb, Memphis Jug Band, Bukka White, Memphis Minnie, Cannon's Jug Stompers, Sleepy John Estes, Blind Willie Johnson,

and Blind Lemon Jefferson.