Robert Jonhson

Robert Leroy Johnson (May 8, 1911 – August 16, 1938) was an American Delta blues singer and guitarist whose 1930s recordings had a profound influence on later blues and rock musicians.

Johnson's recordings are foundational to Delta and modern blues. There is a long-standing legend that he made a 'pact with the devil' at a crossroads to gain his guitar skills; his songs have been widely covered by major rock and blues artists.

The available review presents Robert Jonhson as a foundational Delta blues figure whose recordings shaped early rock. The reviewer praises the raw, passionate delivery and lists immortal songs. Mythic elements (crossroads/devil pact) are noted alongside documented influence on later artists.

For:Blues fans, rock historians, guitarists and listeners interested in musical origins