Musicians, scholars and journalists uniformly regard Robert Johnson (who died in 1938) as one of the most influential bluesmen in the history of the genre. Combining footage from Johnson's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 (an honor he richly deserved), together with performances of Johnson's original tunes by Keb' Mo', Sonny Landreth, Roy Rogers, Robert Lockwood Jr., Honeyboy Edwards, Gov't Mule, Joe Louis Walker, Guy Davis, Tracy Nelson, Marcia Ball and Irma Thomas, Hellhounds on My Trail also provides background on Robert Johnson's life and music. More than simply a long-form music video, this informative program is a loving tribute to Robert Johnson and his blues--a collectable adjunct to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's induction of this legendary artist. [DVD extras: 12 bonus audio tracks]. Editor's Choice. Aud: H, C, P. (P. Van Vleck)
Hellhounds on My Trail
(1999) 90 min. VHS: $19.98, DVD: $24.98. Fox Lorber CentreStage (avail. from most distributors). Color cover. Vol. 15, Issue 2
Hellhounds on My Trail
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