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Blind Blake – “Diddie Wa Diddie” mp3

Published on April 22, 2010 in Blues, Folk/Country Blues and Public Domain MP3s. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Blind Blake – “Diddie Wa Diddie” (mp3)

blind-blake-100Blind Blake was born Arthur Blake in Jacksonville Florida. During Blind Blake’s prosperous career he recorded over 75 cuts for the Paramount label. “Diddie Wa Diddie” shows off Blind Blake’s distinctive vocal and guitar rhythm. This song was later covered by Ry Cooder and Hot Tuna. I only wish somebody would tell me what “Diddie Wa Diddie” means.

Blind Blake – “That Will Never Happen No More” mp3

Published on February 16, 2010 in Delta Blues and Public Domain MP3s. 0 Comments Tags: , .

Blind Blake – “That Will Never Happen No More” (mp3)

“That Will Never Happen No More” is second only to “Diddie Wa Diddie” in terms of sheer effort. There’s a strange mash-up of comedic lyrics backed by a minstral style organ. This juxtaposition was almost unheard of in that time. Blind Blake’s signature poly rhythmic note structure is still featured, proving that Blind Blake is still one of the greatest to ever hold a guitar.

Blind Blake & Charlie Spand – “Hastings Street” mp3

Published on September 10, 2009 in Piano Blues and Public Domain MP3s. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Blind Blake, Charlie Spand – “Hastings Street” mp3

When the legendary Blind Blake and Charlie Spand teamed up for this exquisite recording in the 1920s, they could scarcely have guessed that their contribution would be enjoyed for almost 80 years, and how would you explain their song being ripped to mp3 and played through and I-Pod. Here is one helluva track for your enjoyment, from two masters of ragtime and blues whose influence continues to grow in the new millennium.

Blind Blake – “You’re Gonna Quit Me Blues” mp3

Published on September 6, 2009 in Folk/Country Blues and Public Domain MP3s. 0 Comments Tags: , .

Blind Blake – “You’re Gonna Quit Me Blues” mp3

Another great track from the blues master Blind Blake. His lyrical phrasing and guitar chord progression is often imitated but no one can match he deep divine given talents. “You’re Gonna Quit Me Blues” tackles and personifies some of the struggles most of Blind’s community dealt with: chain gangs, poverty, jail.