MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Earl "The Pearl" Banks, a renowned guitarist and band leader, passed away this week at his Memphis home after months of poor health.

Banks was a veteran of the Memphis blues scene, with a career that spanned over eight decades. He performed alongside some of the biggest names in blues and R&B, earning accolades such as the Beale Street Entertainer of the Year Award and a Brass Note on Beale Street.

Earl "The Pearl" Banks was 89 years old at the time of his passing. His contributions to the music scene have left a lasting impact on Beale Street and the broader Memphis community.

Funeral plans for Banks are still incomplete, leaving fans and fellow musicians waiting for further details on how they can pay their respects.

As the music world mourns the loss of Earl "The P

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