ALBUM: King of the Delta Blues Singers, Vol. 2 (1970 compilation)
MVC Rating: 4.5/$$$$
This probably should be a 5 rating due to the massive influence Johnson had on the best rock guitarists in the world.. But I have to take a little off because the primitive sound quality certainly to my ears has an effect on its listening pleasure. This album is considered the best representation of Johnson’s work. And it’s fascinating to listen to old the old blues to see where the rock came from. But I don’t think it’s an easy listening experience. However, by turning the volume up high you can have a cathartic experience. That’s the soul coming in and sometimes it hurts.
I’m Just glad they were able to save the songs. Wiki said that there were only two known, confirmed photos of RJ>
It sounds like it was recorded in the other room. Which I think it literally was. Check out the album cover.
It’s a bit of a strain to hear and become immersed in the electric guitar mastery recorded on 1930’s equipment. But it’s well worth the listening just to hear the songs you’ve heard re-done by Clapton, Zeppelin and the Beatles. It’s a reservoir of rock and roll riffs at the ground level.