Homesick James (April 30, 1910 – December 13, 2006) was an American blues musician known for his mastery of the slide guitar. He worked with his cousin, Elmore James, and with Sonny Boy Williamson.
Homesick James was born in Somerville, Tennessee, United States, the son of Cordellia Henderson and Plez Williamson Rivers, who were both musicians. The year of his birth is uncertain. He stated that he was born in 1905, 1910, or 1914, while his union records give 1924. His actual birth name has given as James Williamson or John Henderson.
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Links to Peel[]
Peel played Homesick James' music in the late 60's and the DJ had the musician do a session for his show in 1970, with the backing band of Grizelda. After the 70's, Peel didn't seem to play any of Homesick James' records on his programmes, according to available tracklistings on this site.
Sessions[]
1. Recorded with Grizelda: 1970-10-19. First Broadcast: 31 October 1970
- Got To Move / Skies Are Crying / Crossroads / Dust My Broom
Other Shows Played[]
- 06 November 1968: Gotta Move (album - Blues On The South Side) Prestige