Classic delta and deep South blues : from Smithsonian Folkways

"In 1987, shortly after the death of Moe Asch - the founder of the justly revered Folkways Record label - the Smithsonian acquired the Folkways catalogue from the Asch estate. Their ongoing reissue series produces albums that are as good as reissues can be with superbly re-mastered sound and always sporting well-researched booklets, usually containing wonderful photographs. The new "Classic Delta And Deep South Blues" is yet another excellent album that explores the diversity and dissemination of various southern blues styles and stylists".

"For veterans, the classic tracks with which they are surely familiar are mixed with more obscure material and the juxtaposition af the artists associated with the two labels [Folkways and Arhoolie] may provide new insights into the music. For newcomers, the range of styles and the power of the individual artistry will be revelatory. And, for both types of listeners the detailed background notes provide plenty of insight and context to understand the styles and the milieu from which they emerged".