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The Most Prominent of the Early Guitar Evangelists

Rock historian Ed Ward profiles Blind Willie Johnson, an itinerant gospel singer who traveled the South between the 20s and the 40s. Unlike many of his peers, Johnson was a master guitarist.

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Other segments from the episode on June 26, 1991

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 26, 1991: Interivew with Michael Jacobson; Interview with Blanche Boyd; Commentary on Blind WIllie Johnson.

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