Name: Father Of Folk Blues
Brand: Son House

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Bertus Musikvertrieb

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2018-08-16

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MOVLP2030

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8719262005358

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Son House

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Music On Vinyl

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Blues / Gospel

Son House was an American blues singer and guitarist, born on March 21, 1902 in Riverton, Mississippi. He is known for pioneering an innovative style of blues music that featured strong, repetitive rhythms played with the aid of slide guitar. His singing often incorporated elements of southern gospel and spiritual music.

Throughout his career, Son House influenced many other artists with his unique sound. Some similar performers include *Lightnin' Hopkins*, *Blind Willie Johnson*, *Skip James*, *Charley Patton*, *Blind Willie McTell*, and *Mississippi John Hurt*.

Son House's contribution to the blues genre cannot be overstated. His powerful vocals and distinctive guitar playing continue to inspire musicians today. He passed away on October 19, 1988 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Son House was one of the most influential delta blues singers and was famous for his emotional style of signing and slide guitar playing. Father of Folk Blues presented him to the public during the 60s folk revival. The roughness of his voice and intensity of the metal sounds from his guitar are prominent on the album. Nine tracks which can be considered as gems and all telling the story of a hard working man and the intrigues of life. The blues comes alive in subjects as women, religion, war and crime. The album features guitarist and harmonica player Al Wilson, a founding member of Canned Heat. This release is an original 1965 re-issue. During his early 20s Son House turned to the blues after working as a preacher and pastor. He developed his own unique playing style, full of emotional layers and rhythmic melodies. During the American folk music revival he began performing for young audiences and became known as the Father of Folk Blues.

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