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This biographical entry chronicles the life and career of Leroy Foster, a multifaceted musician also known as Baby Face Leroy. A native of Mississippi, he became a foundational figure in the electric Chicago blues movement of the mid-20th century. The text highlights his essential contributions as a singer, drummer, and guitarist, specifically within Muddy Waters’ band and as a leader on the Parkway label. Notable recording milestones are discussed, including the influential but controversial release of "Rollin' and Tumblin'." Ultimately, the source documents his early death at age 35 and his lasting legacy as a pioneer of the postwar blues sound.