A valuable record tracing memories of pre-war blues
This compilation of Blind Willie McTell's early recordings is an important piece of American music history.
The performances, spanning 1927 to 1933, epitomize Piedmont blues, highlighting McTell's delicate 12-string guitar and melancholic vocals. Songs such as "Statesboro Blues" had a profound influence on musicians of later generations. This is a collection of highly historically valuable recordings that convey the original landscape of pre-war blues.
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Broke Down Engine Blues
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Mama 'Tain't Long For Day
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3)
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Georgia Rag
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Love Changing Blues
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Statesboro Blues
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Stomp Down Rider
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Savannah Mama
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Travelin' Blues
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Drive Away Blues
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Warm It Up To Me
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Three Women Blues
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Writing Paper Blues
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Southern Can Is Mine
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Talkin' To Myself
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Guitar, Vocals - Blind Willie McTell
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Artwork [Cover Art] - Nick Perls
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Liner Notes - Lawrence Cohn
