Lefty Dizz (April 29, 1937 – September 7, 1993)[2] was an American Chicago blues guitarist and singer whose recorded work was released on eight albums.
[2] One commentator noted that "for wild-ass showmen in blues history ... one would certainly have to go a far piece to beat Lefty Dizz".
He then formed the band Shock Treatment, and with this ensemble he further developed his flamboyant performing act, which included raunchy jokes as well as his showy but skillful guitar playing.
[5] His pleasant, jocular character was complemented by his intelligence; he received a degree in economics from Southern Illinois University.
[1] He played on the recording of Live at the Checkerboard Lounge, Chicago 1981 with Muddy Waters and Rolling Stones Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ron Wood.