This is R.L. Burnside (1926-2005) with his song "Wish I Was In Heaven Sitting Down" from the 2000 release of the same name. (Ken Brown his "adopted son" plays guitar on this song). Burnside grew up in Northern Mississippi hill country with Fred McDowell as a neighbor. He farmed til the mid '80's and started his musical career as a late bloomer in the 90's. This was recorded when he was 73. Enjoy!
Personnel:
Robert Belfour - Performer, Primary Artist
Kenny Brown - Guitar, Primary Artist
R.L. Burnside - Guitar, Primary Artist, Vocals
Johnny Dyer - Harp, Vocals (Background)
Tommy Eyre - Wurlitzer
Antony Genn - Bass
Rick Holmstrom - Guitar
Smokey Hormel - Guitar
Paul "Wine" Jones - Performer, Primary Artist
Andy Kaulkin - Keyboards, Piano, Synthesizer, Wurlitzer
Janiva Magness - Vocals (Background)
Steve Mugalian - Drums
John Porter - Bass, Guitar, Mandolin
Martin Slattery - Wurlitzer
Lynwood Slim - Harp
Jeff Big Dad Turmes - Bass
Billy Valentine - Vocals (Background)
28 авг 2024