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Lead Belly, also known as Huddie William Ledbetter, was a highly regarded blues musician recognized as the "King of the 12-String Guitar." Despite a troubled past that involved imprisonment for murder, Lead Belly achieved fame in 1934 and was embraced by New York City's elite and college campuses. He possessed exceptional singing and guitar-playing abilities, with a repertoire of 500 songs spanning spirituals to blues. Lead Belly's distinctive playing style and commanding voice established him as a significant figure in the blues genre. This text offers a comprehensive account of Lead Belly's recording session in July 1934, which resulted in the creation of several iconic songs, including "Matchbox Blues," "Midnight Special," and "Irene." The text emphasizes Lead Belly's musical talent and skill, as well as his interactions with John and Alan Lomax. It also explores Lead Belly's later life and his lasting impact on the music industry. [Extracted from the article] |
