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This resolution formally recognizes Jesse Robinson, a master Mississippi blues guitarist and vocalist from Jackson, as the recipient of the 2026 Governor's Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement, an award established in 1988 by the Mississippi Arts Commission and the Governor's Office to honor significant contributions to the arts in the state. The resolution details Robinson's extensive career, beginning in the 1960s, his collaborations with notable blues artists, his role in establishing Jackson's blues traditions, and his international performances, including touring with the B.B. King Blues Band, highlighting his deep connection to Mississippi's rich musical heritage and his dedication to promoting blues music to younger generations.

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