October 2, 2022

Episode 195

Show 195 – Recorded 10-1-22 – With this podcast we feature an interview and discussion from our friend and ethnomusicologist Dr David Evans who introduces 12 outstanding blues artists who knew and learned from early blues legend, Mr Tommy Johnson. We play 16 great blues performances by these artists influenced by Mr Johnson. These unique performances were field recorded by Dr Evans from 1966 – 1969. Our featured artists are: Mr Isaac Youngblood, Mr Herb Quinn, Mr Mager Johnson, Mr Arzo Youngblood, Mr John Henry “Bubba” Brown, Mr Boogie Bill Webb, Mr Houston Stackhouse,. Mr Carey “Ditty” Mason, Mr Babe Stovall, Mr OD Jones, Mr Dink Brister, Mr Roosevelt Holts.