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Will Weldon, widely recognized in blues circles as Casey Bill Weldon, was a pioneering figure in the pre-war blues era. Born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Weldon helped shape the sound of early country blues with his distinctive Hawaiian-style lap steel guitar approach. His work spans collaborations with renowned artists like Memphis Minnie and leadership within the Memphis/Chicago blues scenes. Though he left an enduring mark on the blues repertoire, Weldon passed away in 1972, and there are no current tour dates. This artist page celebrates his biography, influential discography, and lasting legacy in the blues world.

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Weldon’s dynamic guitar work and slide techniques contributed to classics that continue to resonate with fans of traditional blues. While there are no upcoming live performances to book, you can explore high-quality reissues and compilations from the 1990s–2000s that preserve his recordings. For collectors and new listeners alike, this page provides a concise overview of his career, key tracks, and where to stream or purchase historically important releases.

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Quick Facts About Will Weldon

  • Alias: Will Weldon is commonly linked to Casey Bill Weldon, a prominent blues musician born in 1909 (Pine Bluff, Arkansas) and active mainly in the mid-1930s.
  • Style and genre: Pre-war country blues with a distinctive Hawaiian-style lap steel/guitar approach; also associated with hokum and early Chicago blues.
  • Career highlights: Recorded with Memphis Minnie and as a leader in the Memphis/Chicago scene; known for pioneering slide guitar and for songs that became classics in the blues repertoire, including We Gonna Move (To The Outskirts Of Town).
  • Discography notes: His music has been issued in multiple compilation albums (1990s–2000s) by Document Records and others, long after the original 78 rpm releases.
  • Social media: No official social media presence; modern visibility comes through streaming services, reissue labels, and fan/collection sites.

The records

Will Weldon Discography

  • Presenting Casey Bill Weldon
    1935 · Bluebird Records
  • Casey Bill Weldon Vol. 1 1935-1936
    1993 · Document Records
  • Casey Bill Weldon Vol. 2 1936-1937
    1993 · Document Records
  • Casey Bill Weldon Vol. 3 1937-1938
    1993 · Document Records
  • Complete Recorded Works 1935-1938 in Chronological Order: Volume 1
    1993 · Document Records
  • Hawaiian Guitar Wizard 1935-1938
    1995 · EPM Musique
  • Red Hot Blues 1927-1937
    1982 · Earl Archives
  • 1935-1937
    1987 · Unknown
  • 1935-1937 (Remaining Titles & Alternate Takes)
    1989 · Unknown

The hits

Top Will Weldon Songs

  • We Gonna Move (To The Outskirts Of Town)
    1936 · N/A

Weldon’s dynamic guitar work and slide techniques contributed to classics that continue to resonate with fans of traditional blues. While there are no upcoming live performances to book, you can explore high-quality reissues and compilations from the 1990s–2000s that preserve his recordings. For collectors and new listeners alike, this page provides a concise overview of his career, key tracks, and where to stream or purchase historically important releases.

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