This is a vinyl LP pressing of The Legendary Son House: Father of the Folk Blues (MOV Reissue) by Son House. Son House was one of the most influential Delta blues singers and was famous for his emotional style of singing and slide guitar playing. Father of Folk Blues presented him to the public during the 60s folk revival. The roughness of his voice and the intensity of the metal sounds from his guitar are prominent on the album. Nine tracks can be considered as gems and all tell the story of a hardworking man and the intrigues of life. The blues come alive in subjects such as women, religion, war, and crime. The album features guitarist and harmonica player Al Wilson, a founding member of Canned Heat. During his early 20s, Son House turned to the blues after working as a preacher and pastor. He developed his ownunique playing style, full of emotional layers and rhythmic melodies. During the American folk music revival, he began performing for young audiences and became known as the Father of Folk Blues.

Label: Music On Vinyl

Release Year: 2018

Track List:

1. Death Letter Blues
2. Pearline
3. Louise McGhee
4. John the Revelator
5. Empire State Express
6. Preachin' Blues
7. Grinnin' In Your Face
8. Sundown
9. Levee Camp Moan