- Format: CD
- Label: Vanguard
- Genre: Blues, Soul, Funk
He cut his first recording in 1935 and was ordained in 1937, thereafter his fiery fingers played in the service of the Lord, though as this set shows he could be persuaded to play some blues. Described by Stefan Grossman as “a folk musician with the instincts of a jazz improviser”.
Track listing:SAMSON & DELILAH (IF I HAD MY WAY) • I WON’T BE BACK NO MORE • BUCK DANCE • TWELVE STICKS • DEATH DON’T HAVE NO MERCY • YOU GOT TO MOVE • LOVIN’ SPOONFUL • SHE WOULDN’T SAY QUIT • I’VE DONE ALL MY SINGING FOR MY LORD • TWELVE GATES TO THE CITY • I WILL DO MY LAST SINGING IN THIS LAND SOMEWHERE • SOLDIERS DRILL • GET ALONG CINDY
