"You know I ain’t got no brand new bag."

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Source: 'Public Advertiser' 14 November 1770, Letter 41

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Junior Wells

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Junior Wells was a renowned Chicago blues musician known for his emotive harmonica playing and impactful contributions to the genre.

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