Preachin' the Blues

Guitarist and singer Walter Brown “Brownie” McGhee (1915–1996) was a leading proponent of Piedmont-style blues, a guitar style based on ragtime piano rhythms and associated with the Piedmont region of the Southeast United States. Saunders Terrell (1911–1986), better known as Sonny Terry, was a celebrated Piedmont blues harmonica player and singer. The two first collaborated in the early 1940s and continued their partnership for many years, touring and recording until 1980. This recording showcases the duo at the height of their musical skill. The selections on this session are more urban than previous efforts, and represent a move to a more sophisticated sound than previous sets by either musician.

The liner notes offer insight into the musical relationship between two giants of the blues.

Track Listing

101	Better Day Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	03:05
102	Confusion Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	03:20
103	Dark Road Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	02:45
104	John Henry Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	04:06
105	Let Me Make a Little Money Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	03:47
106	Old Jabo Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	02:14
201	I Love You, Baby Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	02:31
202	Guitar Highway Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	02:37
203	Heart in Sorrow Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	03:01
204	Preachin' the Blues Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	02:34
205	Can't Help Myself Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	03:19
206	Best of Friends Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	03:14
207	If You Lose Your Money Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee	02:49