The Elusive Legend of Robert Johnson

New Curses & Clues on The Legend of Robert Johnson
10/02/08

This in-depth Vanity Fair article on blues great Robert Johnson traces the legend of the mythical bluesman. The article even investigates another photograph that was discovered and believed to be only the third photo in existence of Johnson.

The article examines Johnson's influence on Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton and other rock and roll luminaries. This piece also focuses on Johnson's deft guitar playing, his actual instrument, songwriting, copyrights and a mythical deal with the Devil at the crossroads and eventually Johnson's fate to an early grave at 27.

This article proves quite an interesting perspective about a man's pursuit of Johnson's elusive legend. I highly recommend this story for anyone interested in the mojo, lore and ghost of America's greatest bluesman.

Standin At The Crossroads,

James Calemine

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