Bob Gibson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 16, 1931 |
|---|---|
| Age | 93 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Pioneering the American folk music revival and influencing artists such as Joan Baez and Judy Collins. |
Intro
Bob Gibson was an American folk singer-songwriter, best known for helping to spark the folk music revival of the late 1950s and early 1960s. He was a prolific performer and a key influence on many later folk artists, blending traditional songs with his innovative arrangements and original material.
Early Life & Background
Bob Gibson was born in New York City but raised in various locations including New York and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He started playing music at a young age and became interested in folk music in his late teens. After high school, he spent time traveling and learning songs from folk traditions, which laid the groundwork for his future contributions to the folk scene.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Recorded several influential albums in the 1950s and 1960s, including 'Offbeat Folksongs' and the influential 'Bob Gibson & Bob Camp at the Gate of Horn'.
- Instrumental in launching the career of Joan Baez, inviting her to perform at the 1959 Newport Folk Festival.
- Performed extensively at major folk festivals and in clubs across the US, especially Chicago's Gate of Horn.
- Co-wrote the song 'Abilene', which became a hit for George Hamilton IV.
Trivia
- His influence extended to artists such as Judy Collins, Roger McGuinn, and Peter, Paul and Mary.
- Gibson's lively banjo playing and innovative arrangements were hallmarks of his style.
- He struggled with substance abuse, which affected his career, but he continued recording and performing into the 1970s and 1980s.
FAQs
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How old is Bob Gibson?
Bob Gibson is 93 years old.
When was Bob Gibson born?
Bob Gibson was born the 16 November 1931.
Where is Bob Gibson from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About November 16th, 1931, in brief:
- Historical events: Adolf Hitler held a four-hour private meeting with Hermine Reuss of Greiz, the second wife of the exiled Kaiser Wilhelm II, in Berlin. This diplomatic encounter likely involved discussions about the political landscape of Germany during the early years of Nazi rise to power.
- Day of the week: November 16th, 1931 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- Popular movie: The World's End directed by Edgar Wright
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