Alan Wilson (musician)

Alan Christie Wilson (July 4, 1943 – September 3, 1970), nicknamed "Blind Owl", was an American musician, best known as the co-founder, leader, co-lead singer, and primary composer of the blues band Canned Heat. He sang and played harmonica and guitar with the group live and on recordings. Wilson was the lead singer for the group's two biggest U.S. hit singles: "On the Road Again" and "Going Up the Country".

This article is about the American blues rock musician and lead singer of Canned Heat. For other uses, see Alan Wilson (disambiguation).

Alan Wilson
Wilson in 1968
Born(1943-07-04)July 4, 1943
Arlington, Massachusetts, U.S.
DiedSeptember 3, 1970(1970-09-03) (aged 27)
Topanga, California, U.S.
Resting placeCremated; ashes scattered in Sequoia National Park
Other namesBlind Owl, Charles Holloway, Esq
EducationBoston University
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Awards
  • Blues Hall of Fame Legendary Blues Artist
Musical career
Genres
Instrument(s)
  • Guitar
  • vocals
  • harmonica
Years active1960–1970
LabelsLiberty Records
Websitealanwilsoncannedheat.com
Signature
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