Saw two markers of great entertainers in Blues history. Charley Patton's final resting place and Jimmy Reed's birthplace. I was fortunate to see Jimmy perform twice in the late 60's and love his distinctive guitar and harmonica style. Some of Jimmy's best hits were: "Shame, Shame, Shame"; "Bright Lights, Big City"; "Goin To New York"; "Baby, What You Want Me To Do" and "Big Boss Man". Jimmy's marker is located about a mile down a dirt road in the now forgotten community of Dunleith, Mississippi. I played "Ain't That Lovin You Baby" as I paid my respects.
Friday, June 5, 2009
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