Billy Boy Arnold - Sings Big Bill Broonzy

It’s hard to imagine anyone better equipped than Billy Boy Arnold to do a Big Bill Broonzy tribute. Growing up on Chicago’s South Side, Billy Boy was captivated by the recordings that Big Bill and his musical colleagues made in the 1930s and ‘40s. Even though the songs here represent only a small fraction of the several hundred songs Big Bill wrote over his thirty-year career, they showcase his versatility as a songwriter. Billy Boy Arnold and his band mates make a compelling case for the ongoing impact of Big Bill Broonzy’s creative powers. Their performances demonstrate that Big Bill’s music remains vibrant, dynamic, and a rich source of inspiration to the blues artists of the 21st century.