The extraordinary life of Big Mama Thornton

Big Mama Thornton was one of the most important but consistently overlooked figures in all of rock 'n' roll. Read her amazing life story here.

Big Mama Thornton: The Life and Music by Michael Spörke (2014) Paperback: unknown author: : Books

Big Mama Thornton Interview - The Arhoolie Foundation

Big Mama Thornton, Blues Singer born - African American Registry

Why Willie Mae Thornton Matters

WBSS Media-Big Mama Thornton

B.B. King & Big Mama Thornton & Muddy Waters - Live At Newport, Releases

Hound Dog” Songwriter Says the Song Was Never Stolen from Big Mama Thornton for Elvis Presley - American Songwriter

Why Willie Mae Thornton Matters' explores the legacy of the Black musician who made 'Hound Dog' a hit

School of Rock Honors Black Musicians

Off the Record: Big Mama Thornton and Nina Simone - The Birthplace of Country Music

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