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...Johnson, considered by many to be the authentic voice in prewar blues as well as the originator of the devil-at-the-crossroads legend, stands as a persistent example of the mythological power and primal appeal of the blues, most recently inspiring Eric Clapton??s 2004 tribute album, “Me and Mr. Johnson...
...after midnight, as Eric Clapton??s song of the same name blared from the speakers, the fans might as well have been at Shea Stadium across the subway podium. When Agassi broke to regain serve in the fourth set, he had to postpone his serve in the subsequent game as a wave circulated the stands...
...Robert Johnson, sold his soul to the devil for musical genius. Even the most bulletproof rock icon was once just another wide-eyed fanboy, and Clapton has made no secret of his lifelong devotion to Johnson, whose fingerprints have been indelibly burned into nearly every one of Clapton??s efforts. Me and Mr. Johnson marks the consummation of this love affair, as Clapton reverently tackles 14 of his idol’s creations...
...songs. From the slow and dirty grind of “Milkcow’s Calf Blues” to the exhilarating ragtime bounce of “They’re Red Hot,” in which Preston’s swaggering piano truly shines, Clapton??s interpretations are uniformly satisfying. And while his vocals can’t touch Johnson’s forlorn howl, Clapton sings with disarming sincerity, conviction and obvious passion for the music...
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