Lafayette Jerl Thomas (June 13, 1928 – May 20, 1977)[1] was an American blues singer, and guitarist.
He sang in a local church choir as a youth,[1] and was first introduced to blues guitar by his uncle, musician Jesse "Babyface" Thomas.
[2] Thomas began his music career in 1947 after a move to San Francisco, California,[2] playing with Al Simmons’ Rhythm Rockers.
[4] He temporarily moved to New York City, where he worked with Sammy Price, Memphis Slim, and Little Brother Montgomery between 1958 and 1960 before returning to California.
[1] With L. C. Robinson and Dave Alexander With Little Brother Montgomery With Memphis Slim With Jimmy McCracklin