Big Bill Broonzy - The Midnight Special: Live in Nottingham - 1957 - VINYL LP

Born in Mississippi, InchBig Bill BroonzyInch - the name refers to his 6' 6Inch physical stature - remains largely unsung as far as a household name, despite recording several hundred songs, many of which he wrote. From the late 1920s through the late 1950s, this immensely prolific blues performer won over fellow musicians and Inchrace musicInch fans alike. As mentor to Muddy Waters and a major influence on artists like Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, and Rod Stewart, Broonzy's impact on music cannot be understated. This solo performance captures Big Bill's affable personality and ability to hold the attention of an appreciative audience with his storytelling, acoustic guitar licks, and a strong singing voice that leaves an indelible impression that this man had experiences in the fields, the factories, and the railroads. The record was mastered from original analog tape by Dave Gardner at Infrasonic Mastering, and pressed at Furnace Record Pressing. Liner Notes by Larry Jaffee. Album Tracks 1. This Train 2. Trouble in Mind 3. Willie Mae 4. In the Evening 5. Glory of Love 6. The Midnight Special 7. What Kind of Man Jesus Is 8. Keep Your Hands Off It 9. Nobody's Business 10. Hey! Bub 11. The Feasting Table 12. C.C. Rider 13. Swing Low, Sweet Chariot 14. Goodnight Irene