album · August 22, 2006

Revenge of Blind Joe Death – The John Fahey Tribute Album

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folkfolk rockamericana

This 2006 compilation features a diverse lineup of guitarists paying homage to the idiosyncratic American original John Fahey. The album captures a wide range of contemporary interpretations of Fahey's unique acoustic style.

• The album was released on August 22, 2006, by Takoma Records. It features contributions from notable guitarists such as Leo Kottke, Richard Thompson, and Thurston Moore. The tracklist includes original compositions and interpretations of Fahey's known works.
• The album is a folk, folk rock, and Americana release. It showcases various artists' approaches to the complex fingerstyle guitar techniques pioneered by John Fahey. It was released in 2006.
• Takoma Records, the label, has a history of releasing important folk and acoustic guitar music. This tribute album fits within that legacy. The album was released on 2006-08-22.

Various Artists is a designation for recordings that feature a multitude of singers, musicians, and bands. This release is a tribute album to the influential guitarist John Fahey.