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Snooks Eaglin, born Fird Eaglin Jr. in New Orleans, earned lifelong respect as one of the most versatile and enduring figures in American roots music. Nicknamed le Blind Snooks early on, he became affectionately known simply as Snooks Eaglin, a guitarist who could pull thousands of songs from memory and perform across blues, R&B, jazz, and rock with effortless fluency. His reputation as the human jukebox grew from a staggering repertoire and a streetwise instinct for live performance that kept his audiences hooked. Here, youe1ll find a concise biography, discography highlights, and notes on upcoming tour information and archival releases that keep his music alive for new generations.