Robert Johnson archive
Listen Robert Johnson And Pablo Casals' Game-Changers Turn 75
November 23, 2011 – Two hugely important recordings, made by pivotal musicians, were made on the same day in 1936.
Listen Robert Johnson At 100, Still Dispelling Myths
May 7, 2011 – Despite hardy rumors that he sold his soul, Johnson's real legacy is his mastery of recorded music.
Watch You've Never Heard Robert Johnson's 'Complete Recordings'?!
May 6, 2011 – NPR Music intern Catherine DeGennaro discovers while the context changes, the blues stays the same.
Read Mississippi Delta Blues: American Cornerstone Jazz24
February 16, 2010 – Delta blues is powerful music that's also, by turns, stark, poetic, eerie, humorous and beautiful. Jazz24
Listen A Blues and Country Collection for Collectors
April 22, 2006 – A new CD gathers early blues and country recordings, including some never before distributed.
Listen 'Hellhound On My Trail'
June 5, 2000 – Robert Johnson's famous blues tune inspired musicians like John Lennon and Jim Morrison.