Louisiana Red (Iverson Minter, 1932–2012) was an American blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for his raw, emotional style. Born in Bessemer, Alabama, he was orphaned at a young age and found solace in the blues. He recorded his first songs in the late 1950s and gained recognition with his 1963 album Lowdown Back Porch Blues. Red’s music blended Delta and Chicago blues influences, and he was known for his storytelling lyrics and slide guitar work. He later moved to Germany, where he re