Harmonica Blues Vol. 2 : 1946-1952

This 2-CD set is the natural progression from Harmonica Blues 1927-41 (FMX #40) which covered the harmonica’s debut in the blues. This album explores the rich post-war years, the golden age for harmonica blues. All over the land, from New York to New-Orleans and from Texas to California, via Memphis and Nashville, the harp held a major role in the blues as proved by the numerous master-pieces included here. Features John Lee, Sonny Boy Williamson, Snooky Pryor, Forest City Joe, Doctor Ross, Big Walter Horton, Frank Edwards, K.C. Douglas with Sidney Maiden, J.D. Horton (Ole Sonny Boy), Elder R. Wilson, Billy Brazos, Pee Wee Hugues, Sam Kelly, Joe Hill Louis and others. Includes a 32 page booklet with both French and English notes.