Shakey Jake Harris

Shakey Jake Harris
Harris c.1960
Background information
Birth nameJames D. Harris
Born(1921-04-12)April 12, 1921
Earle, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedMarch 2, 1990(1990-03-02) (aged 68)
Forrest City, Arkansas, U.S.
GenresChicago blues
Occupations
  • Musician
  • songwriter
Instruments
  • Harmonica
  • vocals
Years activeLate 1940s–late 1980s
Labels
RelativesMagic Sam (nephew)

James D. "Shakey Jake" Harris (April 12, 1921 – March 2, 1990) was an American Chicago blues singer, harmonicist and songwriter. He released six albums over a period of almost 25 years. He was often musically associated with his nephew Magic Sam.