Christopher Allen Bouchillon (August 21, 1893 – September 18, 1968) was an American country music and blues musician from South Carolina, who is often credited with being the originator of the talking blues musical style.
[1] Bouchillon was born on August 21, 1893[2] to John and Hester Patterson Bouchillon in Oconee County, South Carolina[3] and died on September 18, 1968, in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida.
[6] Taking after his banjo playing father, John Bouchillon,[3] Chris became a musician.
Along with his brothers, Charlie and Uris, he formed the Bouchillon Trio.
The resultant record, "Talking Blues" was released in 1927 and became a hit.