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Blind Willie McTell: Statesboro Blues

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Uploaded by on Feb 5, 2011

Blind Willie McTell: Statesboro Blues.
Film clip by David Syoeckel. www.sablues.org
Among Atlanta's early bluesmen, no one surpassed Blind Willie McTell, who had it all -- a shrewd mind, insightful lyrics, astounding nimbleness on a 12-string guitar, and a sweet, plangent, and slightly nasal voice. Sensitive, confident, and hip-talking, he was a beloved figure in the various communities in which he traveled. He played sublimely, a result of both natural talent and from performing hours a day for people from all walks of life. McTell's records reveal a phenomenal repertoire of blues, ragtime, hillbilly music, spirituals, ballads, show tunes, and original songs. His records seldom sound high-strung or harrowed, projecting instead an exuberant, upbeat personality and indomitable spirit. ...READ THE REST OF THIS INSIGHTFUL BIO By Jas Obrecht December 5 2010 @ http://jasobrecht.com/blind-willie-mctell-life-music/

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