Elmore James Blues Poster
$25.00
2 in stock
Elmore James Blues Poster
Elmore James Poster – 12 inches by 18 inches. Digitally printed on speckletone cardstock, hand signed by the artist, Grego Anderson. Ships Worldwide.
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:
“Man – all my guitar heroes are here – cannot believe I never heard about your store – I’ll be back. alot!” – Marvin S. Minneapolis
Elmore James: The King of the Slide Guitar
Born January 27, 1918, in Richland, Mississippi, Elmore James was a pioneering blues guitarist and singer whose electrifying slide guitar technique became a defining sound of Chicago blues. Known for his raw, passionate vocals and searing guitar riffs, James influenced generations of blues and rock musicians, including Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger, and Keith Richards.
James began performing in the Mississippi Delta before moving to Chicago in the 1950s, where he recorded for labels like Trumpet and Chess. His 1951 hit Dust My Broom introduced his signature amplified slide guitar style, combining fiery licks with driving rhythms—a sound that became a blueprint for modern blues guitar. Other classics, including The Sky Is Crying and Shake Your Moneymaker, showcase his powerful voice and emotive playing.
Despite his relatively short life—he passed away on May 24, 1963—Elmore James’ music left an indelible mark on blues and rock. Revered for his technical skill, intensity, and emotional honesty, he remains one of the most celebrated and imitated figures in blues history.
Grego’s notes: “Elmore is the main reason I ever bought a lap steel – I never have gotten the hang of playing slide in a conventional style but the lap steel came much more naturally to me – but his tone is something else – the lifelong search for the perfect, gritty guitar tone continues.”
Elmore James Blues Poster
$25.00
2 in stock
Elmore James Blues Poster
Elmore James Poster – 12 inches by 18 inches. Digitally printed on speckletone cardstock, hand signed by the artist, Grego Anderson. Ships Worldwide.
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:
“Man – all my guitar heroes are here – cannot believe I never heard about your store – I’ll be back. alot!” – Marvin S. Minneapolis
Elmore James: The King of the Slide Guitar
Born January 27, 1918, in Richland, Mississippi, Elmore James was a pioneering blues guitarist and singer whose electrifying slide guitar technique became a defining sound of Chicago blues. Known for his raw, passionate vocals and searing guitar riffs, James influenced generations of blues and rock musicians, including Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger, and Keith Richards.
James began performing in the Mississippi Delta before moving to Chicago in the 1950s, where he recorded for labels like Trumpet and Chess. His 1951 hit Dust My Broom introduced his signature amplified slide guitar style, combining fiery licks with driving rhythms—a sound that became a blueprint for modern blues guitar. Other classics, including The Sky Is Crying and Shake Your Moneymaker, showcase his powerful voice and emotive playing.
Despite his relatively short life—he passed away on May 24, 1963—Elmore James’ music left an indelible mark on blues and rock. Revered for his technical skill, intensity, and emotional honesty, he remains one of the most celebrated and imitated figures in blues history.
Grego’s notes: “Elmore is the main reason I ever bought a lap steel – I never have gotten the hang of playing slide in a conventional style but the lap steel came much more naturally to me – but his tone is something else – the lifelong search for the perfect, gritty guitar tone continues.”
