The legendary Robert Johnson (1911-1938) stands at the crossroads of American music. He became the first modern bluesman, evolving the country blues of the Mississippi Delta. Johnson was a songwriter of searing depth and a guitar player with a commanding ability that inspired every blues artist that followed in his wake. Presented here are 19 of his best tracks.
Released: November 2023
Cat: 8013
Label: Blues Joint
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Tracklist
- Side One
1. Cross Road Blues
2. Terraplane Blues
3. Come On in My Kitchen
4. Walkin' Blues
5. Last Fair Deal Gone Down
6. 32-20 Blues
7. Kind Hearted Woman Blues
8. If I Had Possession Over Judgement Day
- Side Two
1. Preachin' Blues
2. When You Got a Good Friend
3. Ramblin' on My Mind
4. Stones in My Passway
5. Traveling Riverside Blues
6. Milkcow's Calf Blues
7. Me and the Devil Blues
8. Hellhound on My Trail