I'm as Blue as a Man Can Be

by Robert Pete Williams

Overview

Robert Pete Williams' music had the striking lyricism and highly individualized sound of the great Delta blues masters, but it was made well after the heyday of that style. Williams improvised considerably in his performances, using blues' language but varying his approach. These songs were mostly recorded at the Angola State Penitentiary. While Williams sings mournful, anguished blues with spectacular impact, he also can turn around and do more joyous fare effectively. His vigorous accompaniment, especially on six-string guitar, is just as creative and stunning as his vocals. This 15-cut disc, which has five bonus cuts, is most welcome. ~ Ron Wynn

Product Details

Release Date:	02/04/1994
Label:	Arhoolie
UPC:	0096297039427
Rank:	95341

Tracks

1. Pardon Denied Again
2. This Wild Old Life
3. Just Tippin' In
4. Louise
5. Church on Fire with the Word of God
6. Texas Blues
7. I'm Blue as a Man Can Be
8. Up and Down Blues
9. So Much Is Happenin' in This Wicked World
10. Come Here Baby
11. Levee Camp Blues
12. Two Wings
13. Angola Special
14. Motherless Children Have a Hard Time
15. Please Lord, Helpl Me on My Way

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Robert Pete Williams   Primary Artist,Guitar,Vocals,Guitar (12 String)

Technical Credits

Wayne Pope   Cover Design
Harry Oster   Photography,Engineer,Producer
Traditional   Composer
Blind Willie McTell   Composer
Robert Pete Williams   Arranger,Composer
Mance Lipscomb   Composer
Henry Kaiser   Editing,Liner Notes
Chris Strachwitz   Producer