Elmore James [CD] Red Hot Blues-Golden Legends Series

CD of Elmore James' - This disc is out of my dads endless media collection of blues related artist, he took very good care of his CDs records and tapes. Looking for new blues lovers to enjoy. "Red Hot Blues", a compilation of his best-known performances. It is part of the Golden Legends Series. Elmore James (1918-1963), was an American blues singer-guitarist known for his intense vocals and guitar playing. He was a significant influence on rock music, earning the title King of the Slide Guitar. His music is revered by blues fans and is a standard repertoire for R&B musicians worldwide. Some of his most iconic songs include "Dust My Broom," "The Sky Is Crying," and "It Hurts Me Too". He used a metal slide on his finger, often made from old amplifier tubes, to create his signature sound. Elmore James died of a heart attack at the age of 45 in 1963, just as he was about to tour Europe