“font-family: Verdana; line-height: 13px;”>St. Louis own John Reed, known within the Blues community as J.R. Reed “The Real Blues Man” has recently departed from this life as he has known it, October 08, 2011 at 3:49 a.m. J.R. was known as a talented musician whom entertained throughout local St. Louis venues for many years. In 1984, many may remember the release of J.R’s “Reflection of the Blues”, which was an incredible display of his talent as an experienced guitar player and vocalist of the blues. J.R.’s love for the music of blues will live on within our community and with the help of his host of family, friends, and many fans; J.R.’s musical legacy will live on.
