Hey Sonic Junction -

Rick Estrin, back again. This time I'm doing my take on Lightnin'. It's a tune that James Cotton and Otis Spann recorded on the Prestige label back in 1964 when they were both members of Muddy Waters second great band. I'm playing it on an A harmonica, in crossed position. This is a driving song that conveys a lot of ferocity, but producing the impression of that ferocity, requires a certain amount of finesse. I chose to do this song, rather than creating an original piece like I normally do, because I've had Cotton on my mind. Last month I participated in a tribute to Cotton that's going to be part of a documentary on his life. During an interview segment, Paul Oscher suggested I do this song. This one's for the late, great, James Cotton.

Rick

 

 

 

 

Topics and/or subjects covered in this lesson:
Chicago Blues