This 1951 single features Sonny Boy Williamson II on top form, delivering a raw, insistent performance of a track that would become a blues standard. It captures the essential energy of his early recordings on the Bluebird label.
- "Eyesight to the Blind" was recorded in Chicago on July 11, 1950.
- The single was released in January 1951 on the Trumpet Records label, not Black Sheep Music as initially stated.
- The song was a significant hit on the R&B charts, reaching number 3.
Sonny Boy Williamson II was a pioneering blues vocalist and harmonica player from Jackson, Tennessee, known for his influential recordings in the post-war blues era. At the time of "Eyesight to the Blind," he was a leading figure in Chicago blues, having already established a reputation for his raw, emotive performances and distinctive harmonica style.
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