Norman “Dutch” Mason
February 19, 1938 – December 23, 2006
Dutch Mason was a Canadian musician and singer who fans dubbed, the Prime Minister of the Blues. Mason began his music career during the ’50s in rock ‘n roll and rockabilly, but switched to the blues during the ’60s. By the ’70s, he was one of the most popular touring acts throughout Canada. Over the course of his career, he released over a dozen albums and was nominated for at least two Juno Awards, Canada’s version of the Grammys. He also hosted his own yearly blues festival where performers from all over the world came to play. Dutch Mason, 68, passed away from health related issues on December 23, 2006.