The Blues: Godfathers and Sons

The Blues: Godfathers and Sons

The Blues: Godfathers and Sons

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In Marc Levin's film, hip-hop legend Chuck D of Public Enemy and Marshall Chess, son of Leonard Chess and heir to the Chess Records legacy, return to Chicago to explore the heyday of Chicago blues. They unite to produce an album bringing veteran blues players together with contemporary hip-hop musicians such as Common and members of the Roots.

Along with never-before-seen archival footage of Howlin' Wolf are original performances by Koko Taylor, Otis Rush, Magic Slim, Ike Turner and Sam Lay.

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