About this release
Father Of Folk Blues by Son House is an album released in 1965. Sitting at the intersection of Blues, the record draws on Delta Blues, a combination that defines its sonic character. Spread across 9 tracks, it is a standard album that rewards close listening from start to finish. Play the 30-second audio preview, browse the full tracklist track by track, and explore related records across similar sounds, era, and hidden gems below.
Crate Digger Trivia
Crate Lore: During the recording of "Father Of Folk Blues," Son House used a vintage National Resonator guitar, which contributed to his distinctive raw sound and resonant tone that is iconic in Delta blues music.
Tracklist
Side A
| Position | Track Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Death Letter | 4:19 |
| A2 | Pearline | 4:30 |
| A3 | Louise McGhee | 6:12 |
| A4 | John The Revelator | 2:29 |
| A5 | Empire State Express | 3:38 |
Side B
| Position | Track Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B1 | Preachin' Blues | 5:43 |
| B2 | Grinning In Your Face | 2:06 |
| B3 | Sundown | 6:12 |
| B4 | Levee Camp Moan | 9:23 |
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