Our dear friend , the beloved Chicago blues singer Tail Dragger has passed away. Tributes from all over the world pour in from his many friends and fans who mourn and fondly reminisce all of the amazing times we had with the legendary Tail Dragger. Thank you, James Yancey Jones, 9/30/40-9/4/2023. Our deepest condolences to his wife Bertha and all of his family and many, many friends!

“ONE DAY THIS BOY WILL TAKE MY PLACE” – Howlin’ Wolf, talkin’ about Dragger “I thought our friend Tail Dragger , our blues super hero was invincible and would outlast us all. Thank you for all of the amazing once in a lifetime shows and your friendship and your wise advice, Tail Dragger. Words cannot…

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