Folkstreams.net is an incredible archive, or as they call it a ‘national preserve’ of impossible to find documentary films about American folk music and roots cultures. The films on their wonderful site were created by independent filmmakers beginning in the 60s who took advantage of the first portable cameras with a capacity synch sound. They [...]
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Lesson 20 – Pink Anderson’s Every Day in the Week Blues
Every Day in the Week Blues is a classic Pink Anderson song which can be found on Pink Anderson: Vol. 1 Carolina Bluesman and the album this version comes from, the great Gospel Blues & Street Songs album which features the songs of both Pink Anderson and Reverend Gary Davis. This is an energetic song [...]
Site Update!
Hello friends, It’s been a little while since the last update, but there’s been a lot of movement behind the scenes here and things are finally moving forward. The site was moved to a new server and we lost and broke a lot of stuff, so if you find any broken links, missing images, lessons, [...]
Lesson 19 – Jingle Bell Blues
It’s not even Halloween yet, so you must be wondering, ‘Where have you been with the lessons?’ and, ‘Why the hell a Fingerstyle Christmas song?’ Jingle Bell Blues.
Lightnin’ Hopkins
Sam ‘Lightning’ Hopkins was a very influential Texas Blues musician whose songs have inspired everyone from the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughn to The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and many points in between.
Stefan Grossman’s Country Blues Guitar Radio Show
The encyclopedia of the blues Stefan Grossman has once again given a great gift to the world of fingerstyle blues, and made available some radio shows which he recorded in the 70′s and early 80′s
Bumble Bee Slim – Rough, Rugged Blues
Bumblebee Slim was a highly prolific singer, songwriter and guitarist. He recorded over 150 songs for Parmount Records, Decca, Bluebird and Vocalion, accompanied frequently by such top notch musicians such as Big Bill Broonzy, Peetie Wheatstraw, Tampa Red, Memphis Minnie, and Washboard Sam.
Blind Willie McTell – Sending Up My Timber
This is Blind Willie McTell’s stunning rendition of the old Gospel song. The passion of his vocals is matched by what must be a host of angels helping his hands create miracles on his 12 string.
Bull doze Blues
This catchy song was written and recorded by Henry Thomas between 1927 and 1929 for Vocalion Records. Thomas played guitar and accompanied himself on quills (an instrument similar to a pan flute).
