Buddy Ace (November 11, 1936 – December 26, 1994) was an American blues singer, known as the "Silver Fox of the Blues." His best known tracks were "Root Doctor" and "Pouring Water on a Drowning Man". Born James Lee Land in Jasper, Texas, United States, he was raised in Baytown, Texas, and began his singing career by singing gospel together with Joe Tex. He joined Bobby "Blue" Bland and Junior Parker, before being signed to Duke/Peacock Records in 1955. His hits include "Nothing In the World Can Hurt Me (Except You)." In the late 1960s, he moved to California performing on live shows. Buddy Ace died of a heart attack performing in Waco, Texas, in December 1994, aged 58. If you support live Blues acts, up and coming Blues talents and want to learn more about Blues news and Fathers of the Blues, - ”LIKE” ---Bman’s Blues Report--- Facebook Page! I’m looking for great talent and trying to grow the audience for your favorite band!
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