Saturday, May 15, 1999

Meade Lux Lewis

Meade Lux Lewis
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Boogie-woogie, piano blues

Anderson Meade Lewis (September 4, 1905 – June 7, 1964), known as Meade Lux Lewis, was an American pianist and composer, noted for his work in the boogie-woogie style. His best-known work, "Honky Tonk Train Blues", has been recorded by many artists.


Cat House Piano (1957) 1998 Rem.
The Blues Piano Artistry of Meade Lux Lewis (!961)
The Complete Blue Note Recordings (1989) with Albert Ammons
The Chronological 1927-1939 (1993)
Alternate Takes, Live Performances, Soundies, etc. (1997) 1939-1940
Boogie Woogie Stomp (1999) 1938-1939, with Albert Ammons & Pete Johnson