This late-career album captures White in a more intimate setting, revisiting his folk and blues roots for the Roots label. It stands as a testament to his enduring artistry.
- The album was recorded in New York City. It was released by the independent label Roots in late 1956. The album features a selection of traditional folk and blues songs.
- The recording sessions for "Josh at Midnight" took place in a single day. White was backed by an uncredited guitarist on the album. Roots Records was known for its focus on traditional American music.
- "Josh at Midnight" was one of White's final studio albums. He passed away in 1969. The album has since been reissued on CD by various labels.
Josh White was an American folk, blues, and gospel singer with a commanding bass-baritone voice. He was one of the most successful blues and folk artists of the 1940s.
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