(May 2026) Episode 724 is SLIM HARPO. A guitar and harmonica player from Louisiana, he is characterized as “swamp blues.” Only a part-time musician, he had a limited set of recordings, but had an influence on both sides of the Atlantic with songs like ”I’m a King Bee,” “Baby Scratch My Back,” and “Rainin’ In My Heart.” . His voice was laid back and higher in pitch in contrast to contemporaries. His wife co-wrote his songs but never received credit.
Favorite song: Shake Your Hips
Compared to expectations: same
Recommendation: The “Best of Slim Harpo” set gives you what you need.
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