Jimmie Meade grew up in Chicago and began playing harmonica as a teen when he was given a Little Walter record. He made his way to the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, studying with Joe Filisko. Soon he was sneaking into clubs to play with masters like Little Mack Simmons, Eddie 'the Chief' Clearwater, and John Primer.

After high school Jimmie relocated to Lawrence, where he began studying with Lee McBee. For the last three years Jimmie has lived and played in Kansas City, teaching harmonica at the Americana Music Academy in Lawrence. He cites Little Walter, Big Walter, and Little Hatch as influences.

Jimmie will be teaching at the SPAH Convention August 13-16. Joe Filisko has asked him to help teach beginners this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in St. Louis. More info at spah.org

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