Crossroads Blues Poster
$25.00
102 in stock
Crossroads Blues Poster
12 inches by 18 inches. Digitally printed on 80lb speckletone cardstock, signed by the artist,Grego. Ships Worldwide. The striking image of the Crossroads, where a Blues man could sell his soul…. get yours today and get some Delta Blues mojo on your walls.
Illustrated and Designed by Grego Anderson – “America’s favorite Blues folk artist”
Owner and only employee at Mojohand.com – the one man Blues Boutique
Free shipping for all orders over $35 in the continental USA
©Mojohand.com – Everything Blues™ The one man Blues boutique celebrating over 20 years in service of the Blues!
What one of my customers had to say:
“My Muddy Waters painting arrived today – I am beyond thrilled – so nice to see it and feel it up close… looks perfect on the wall – thanks Grego” – Vin M. – Dallas TX
Grego’s notes: “The mythological place where it all began for Robert Johnson so many years ago – it’s lives in legend with alot of embellishment – but it makes for a dynamite story for sure. Clarksdale has so many stories – and so many of the originators of our beloved art form have passed thru town. I drew this picture in the 90’s and it’s still the top selling image I have ever created – I’m humbled by it’s success but proud to have added something to the tale.”
“Cross Road Blues”: Robert Johnson’s Delta Masterpiece
Recorded in 1936 by Delta blues legend Robert Johnson, “Cross Road Blues” is one of the most iconic and enduring songs in blues history. Featuring Johnson’s haunting vocals and intricate slide guitar work, the song tells the story of a man stranded at a crossroads, crying for help—an image that has become symbolic of choice, fate, and the struggles of life in the Mississippi Delta.
Johnson’s performance combines raw emotional intensity with technical precision, blending traditional country blues with his own inventive phrasing and guitar techniques. The song’s vivid lyrics and evocative imagery contributed to the myth of Johnson allegedly selling his soul to the devil at a crossroads to gain his extraordinary musical talent.
“Cross Road Blues” has had a profound influence on blues and rock music. Artists such as Cream, Eric Clapton, and The Rolling Stones have reinterpreted the song, cementing its status as a foundational blues standard. Its haunting melody, evocative storytelling, and historical significance make it a cornerstone of American music and a testament to Johnson’s enduring genius.
Crossroads Blues Poster
$25.00
102 in stock
Crossroads Blues Poster
12 inches by 18 inches. Digitally printed on 80lb speckletone cardstock, signed by the artist,Grego. Ships Worldwide. The striking image of the Crossroads, where a Blues man could sell his soul…. get yours today and get some Delta Blues mojo on your walls.
Illustrated and Designed by Grego Anderson – “America’s favorite Blues folk artist”
Owner and only employee at Mojohand.com – the one man Blues Boutique
Free shipping for all orders over $35 in the continental USA
©Mojohand.com – Everything Blues™ The one man Blues boutique celebrating over 20 years in service of the Blues!
What one of my customers had to say:
“My Muddy Waters painting arrived today – I am beyond thrilled – so nice to see it and feel it up close… looks perfect on the wall – thanks Grego” – Vin M. – Dallas TX
Grego’s notes: “The mythological place where it all began for Robert Johnson so many years ago – it’s lives in legend with alot of embellishment – but it makes for a dynamite story for sure. Clarksdale has so many stories – and so many of the originators of our beloved art form have passed thru town. I drew this picture in the 90’s and it’s still the top selling image I have ever created – I’m humbled by it’s success but proud to have added something to the tale.”
“Cross Road Blues”: Robert Johnson’s Delta Masterpiece
Recorded in 1936 by Delta blues legend Robert Johnson, “Cross Road Blues” is one of the most iconic and enduring songs in blues history. Featuring Johnson’s haunting vocals and intricate slide guitar work, the song tells the story of a man stranded at a crossroads, crying for help—an image that has become symbolic of choice, fate, and the struggles of life in the Mississippi Delta.
Johnson’s performance combines raw emotional intensity with technical precision, blending traditional country blues with his own inventive phrasing and guitar techniques. The song’s vivid lyrics and evocative imagery contributed to the myth of Johnson allegedly selling his soul to the devil at a crossroads to gain his extraordinary musical talent.
“Cross Road Blues” has had a profound influence on blues and rock music. Artists such as Cream, Eric Clapton, and The Rolling Stones have reinterpreted the song, cementing its status as a foundational blues standard. Its haunting melody, evocative storytelling, and historical significance make it a cornerstone of American music and a testament to Johnson’s enduring genius.
