In the history of the Blues there are few musicians as revered as the great
Robert Johnson. Although he saw little success in his own lifetime, his music
would go on to influence generations of singers, songwriters, and guitar
players. Legend has it that Johnson gained his great talent after he sold his
soul to the devil at the crossroads. His tragic life and violent death are
often explained as the dark fallout of his ill advised contract with Satan.
What can be said for certain about the most mysterious figure in American
music? Tune in and find out how fake mothers, poisoned whiskey, Levon Helm,
and guy named "Honeyboy" all play role in the story.
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