Albert King was a legendary American blues guitarist and singer, admired as one of the greatest and most influential figures in blues music. Renowned for his powerful, dramatic guitar sound and soulful vocals, he is best known for the classic album Born Under a Bad Sign and its iconic title track. Alongside B B King and Freddie King, he was part of the famed "Three Kings of the Blues." A left-handed player, King inspired countless blues and rock musicians with his unique style. Nicknamed "The Velvet Bulldozer" for his smooth voice and imposing stature, he was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 1983 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013. Rolling Stone ranked him among the greatest guitarists of all time.