Cedar Creek Sheik facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cedar Creek Sheik
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| Birth name | Philip McCutchen |
| Born | February 14, 1910 Suttons, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | October 7, 1964 (aged 54) outside Andrews, South Carolina, U.S. |
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| Occupation(s) | Musician |
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Philip McCutchen (born February 14, 1910 – died October 7, 1964) was an American musician. He was known by his stage name, The Cedar Creek Sheik. He was a singer and guitarist who played blues and hokum music. He made his recordings in the 1930s.
Who Was The Cedar Creek Sheik?
Philip McCutchen was born in Suttons, Williamsburg County, South Carolina. This area is close to a place called Cedar Creek. Not much is known about his early life or how he learned music. He became known as The Cedar Creek Sheik when he started recording music.
His Music and Recordings
The Cedar Creek Sheik recorded his only known songs on June 15, 1936. These recordings took place in Charlotte, North Carolina. He recorded for a company called Bluebird Records. Ten of his songs were released.
He had a unique singing voice. It was described as "high" and sometimes he would even use a yodel. A yodel is a special way of singing that quickly changes between a normal voice and a high, airy voice. Some people thought he might have been a white musician, but official records show he was an African-American performer.
Later Life and Legacy
Philip McCutchen passed away on October 7, 1964. Even though little is known about his life, his recordings from the 1930s are still remembered. His music helps us understand the history of blues and hokum music. His songs can be found on albums like Carolina Blues Guitar 1936-1951, which was released in 1988.
