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Blind Willie McTell

The Rough Guide to Blind Willie McTell [ CD / Album ]

The Rough Guide to Blind Willie McTell

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  • Released Date: 20 Apr 2018

  • Genre: Blues

Our Take

Blind Willie McTell, the legendary blues musician, gets the royal treatment in "The Rough Guide To Blind Willie Mctell." This compilation album is a delightful stroll down memory lane, showcasing McTell's raw talent and soulful voice.

From the hauntingly beautiful melodies of "Statesboro Blues" to the foot-stomping energy of "Broke Down Engine Blues," McTell's versatility is on full display here. Each track is a masterclass in storytelling, with McTell's poignant lyrics cutting straight to the heart.

The instrumentation on this album is top-notch, with McTell's intricate fingerpicking guitar style taking center stage. The bluesy riffs and soulful harmonica solos create a rich, layered sound that is impossible to resist.

One standout track is the hauntingly beautiful "Searching the Desert for the Blues," where McTell's emotive vocals shine through. His ability to convey pain and longing in a single note is truly awe-inspiring.

Overall, "The Rough Guide To Blind Willie Mctell" is a must-have for any blues music enthusiast. McTell's timeless sound and captivating storytelling make this album a classic in every sense of the word. So grab a glass of whisky, sit back, and let Blind Willie McTell's music transport you to another time and place. Cheers to the blues!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Southern Can Is Mine
2. Broke Down Engine Blues
3. God Don't Like It
4. Stomp Down Rider
5. Love Changing Blues
6. Georgia Rag
7. Statesboro Blues
8. Come On Around to My House Mama
9. Searching the Desert for the Blues
10. Mama, 'Tain't Long Fo' Day
11. Travelin' Blues
12. It's Your Time to Worry
13. Hillbilly Willie's Blues
14. Mama, Let Me Scoop for You
15. Scarey Day Blues
16. Atlanta Strut
17. Lord, Send Me an Angel
18. Three Women Blues
19. It's a Good Little Thing
20. Lay Some Flowers On My Grave
21. Razor Ball
22. Drive Away Blues
23. Warm It Up to Me
24. Talking to Myself
25. Dark Night Blues

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Blind Willie McTell

Blind Willie McTell, the enigmatic blues musician from Georgia, is one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. With a distinctive fingerpicking style and soulful voice, McTell's music has captivated audiences for decades. Born in 1898, McTell began his musical career at a young age, performing on street corners and in juke joints across the South. His lyrics often reflected the struggles of African Americans in the Jim Crow era, earning him a reputation as a powerful storyteller. McTell's most famous song, "Statesboro Blues," is a blues standard that has been covered by countless artists, including The Allman Brothers Band. His ability to blend traditional blues with elements of folk and country music set him apart from his peers and cemented his legacy in the music industry. Despite his immense talent, McTell never achieved mainstream success during his lifetime. However, his influence can be heard in the work of artists such as Bob Dylan, who paid tribute to McTell in his song "Blind Willie McTell." McTell's music continues to resonate with listeners today, with his recordings being reissued and celebrated by a new generation of fans. His impact on the blues genre cannot be understated, and his legacy lives on through his timeless music. Blind Willie McTell may have been blind, but his music speaks volumes.

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