Mississippi Fred McDowell - John Henry

no it is a traditional song

Nice

To PinkOld, I been thinking about were I read the relatioship of Mississippi John Hurt being the Uncle of Fred McDowell, and Memphis Minnie being his Aunt. I been into blues since about 1963, I do believe it was on the liner notes of "Mississippi Fred McDowell and Johnny Woods " published by The University of Mississippi. It was recorded on McxDowell's porch, and Johnny Woods just showed up, sat down and Played. I think that was the only time, Johnny Woods was recorded. Hell of a "Harp" player.

Ah, yes, Son House.
The bluesman's bluesman!

If that is right, then no wonder he was so incredible on guitar.
With a family like that, he simply was BORN to be a killer bluesman!
Major respect to Minnie and Hurt, too.
btw, what is your source?
I find no references to his ancestry on dogpile.

Awesome!!!

it's a folk song!

The guitarist on Beefheart's first record was Ry Cooder, who was heavily indebted to the early country blues guitarists.

this is a true classic, and yes its a shame that more is not out there, but hey we have this to enjoy. Thnx for uploading.

Like he says, the guitar and himself become one. resonating at the same tone - class.