Any other fans out there? Probably my all time favorite artist of any genre. Got The Complete Early Recordings of Skip James about a week ago from Amazon, and it is unbelievable. If you can't get past scratchy 70 year old recordings, then it isn't for you, but if you really enjoy genuine Delta Blues, it's a must have.
The guy's story is pretty amazing too. Did these recordings in the early 30's, then just disappeared for 30 years until he was rediscovered in the 60's. His 60's stuff is great also, but after listening to his early stuff, I wish there were better recordings of it.
If anyone has seen O' Brother Where Art Thou and heard the soundtrack...the song "Hard Time Killin' Floor Blues" is a Skip James song remade. His version is much better....
