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Bluesman John Cephas died recently. he was one of the world's best-known country blues players. His duo with harmonica player Phil Wiggins was the worthy successor to the famous duo Sonny Terry and Brwonie McGhee. This Blues File profiles his music and career.
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Piece Description
Bluesman John Cephas died recently. he was one of the world's best-known country blues players. His duo with harmonica player Phil Wiggins was the worthy successor to the famous duo Sonny Terry and Brwonie McGhee. This Blues File profiles his music and career.
Broadcast History
WXPN-FM Philadelphia 3-12-2009
Transcript
Cephas & Wiggins "Richmond Blues"
Bullseye Blues & Jazz: From Richmond To Atlanta
© 2000 Rounder Records Corp.
BBB 11661-9633-2
Blind Blake "Guitar Chimes"
Pristine Audio: No Dough Blues
© 2009 Pristine Audio
PABL007
Cephas & Wiggins "Illinois Blues"
Alligator: Homemade
© 1999 Alligator Records & Artist Mgmt., Inc.
ALCD 4863
Big Chief Ellis "Blues For Moot"
Trix: Big Chief Ellis
© 1995 Trix Records
Trix 3316
Cephas & Wiggins "Darkness On The Delta"
Flying Fish: Flip, Flop, & Fly
© 1992 Flying Fish Records
FF 70580
Cephas & Wiggins "I Was Determined"
Alligator: Homemade
© 1999 Alligator Records & Artist Mgmt., Inc.
ALCD 4863
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Timing and Cues
3:34 self-contained. Opens with opening theme and host intro. Ends with song fade following host outro.





