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Bookmark or Share- Preachin' the Blues: The Life and Times of Son HouseThe first biography of legendary Delta bluesman Son House. Ventures beyond the usual analysis of House as driven by religious guilt for playing "the Devil's music". Provides uniquely subtle commentary on the influence of blues on American culture.
- Son House - WikipediaEdward James " Son " House Jr. (March 21, 1902 [a] – October 19, 1988) was an American Delta blues singer and guitarist, noted for his highly emotional style of singing and slide guitar playing.
- About - Son HouseSon House, born Eddie James House Jr., known for his powerful voice, intense rhythmic style, and raw emotional delivery, which made him one of the most compelling figures in the Delta blues tradition. His music has inspired thousands of musicians and fans around the world.
- Son House - Blues FoundationIf ever a performer embodied the emotional depth of the blues, it was Eddie James “Son” House. A preacher at times, a barrelhousing bluesman at others, House was forever, and fiercely, torn between the sacred teachings of the church and the secular lure of the blues life.
- Son House - the incredible story of the lost king of the delta blues ...Robert Johnson’s rediscovery and subsequent icon status – though well deserved – has obscured the importance of Son House to all but the most informed of blues aficionados. A four-day celebration of the man’s life and legacy held in Rochester, New York last year told his story through music, theatre, film and lectures.
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