Louisiana delta native Huddie “Lead Belly” Ledbetter is the master of twelve-string blues guitar. His story is one of high-highs and low-lows, from serving stints in prison after killing a man in a fight for a woman’s heart, but then eventually earning early release by entertaining his fellow prison-mates and penning a song for the governor, thus cementing his reputation of singing his way out of prison. Folklorists John and Alan Lomax were early supporters that brought Lead Belly to the attention of Ivy Leaguers as well as a European audience. His songs have been widely covered by artists such as Elvis, Nirvana, Johnny Cash, and the Grateful Dead.
Single LP with single pocket tip-on jacket with soft touch finish
SIDE A1. Mr. Tom Hughes’ Town2. C. C. Rider3. You Can’t Lose Me, Charlie4. Kansas City Papa5. Death Letter Blues, Part 16. Death Letter Blues, Part 27. Fort Worth and Dallas Blues
SIDE B1. Bull Cow2. Ox Drivin’ Blues3. Shorty George4. You Don’t Know My Mind5. Matchbox Blues6. My Baby Quit Me7. Baby Don’t You Love Me No More
