Albert Collins

Born

1932-10-01

Died

1993-11-24

Birthplace

Leona, Texas

Biography

Albert Gene Drewery, known as Albert Collins and the Ice Man, was an American electric blues guitarist and singer with a distinctive guitar style. He was noted for his powerful playing and his use of altered tunings and a capo. His long association with the Fender Telecaster led to the title "The Master of the Telecaster".