Saturday, March 19, 2011

Big Joe

Never fear, Amy's finally here! Sorry I've been neglecting the blogosphere. Next up on our Delta blues list is Big Joe Williams. He was born in Crawford, Mississippi and started playing music at an early age, traveling and performing all over. His recorded work is impressive to say the least. He recorded for several labels over the span of five decades. Big Joe was known for his unique 9-string guitar sound, songwriting, voice, and possibly for being a bit...difficult. But, when you were the first to record 'Baby, Please Don't Go,' you can act however you want, right?
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  1. e.f. bartlamMarch 20, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Untouchable songs.

    And everybody worth a...has a great version of Baby Please Don't Go. Mississippi Fred McDowell does a version that's lights out.

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  2. AmyMarch 21, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Yep, that's totally true. I love Lightnin' Hopkins version as well.

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