EPISODE · Dec 11, 2025 · 1 MIN
On This Day: Big Mama Thornton Born in 1926
from AURN News · host Jamie Jackson, Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane
Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton, born on this day in 1926, delivered one of the most powerful voices in blues history. Her original recording of “Hound Dog” topped the R&B charts and influenced generations, even as she never received the credit or royalties she deserved.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton, born on this day in 1926, delivered one of the most powerful voices in blues history. Her original recording of “Hound Dog” topped the R&B charts and influenced generations, even as she never received the credit or royalties she deserved.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter
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