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May 2, 2025 30 mins

Real Brave Live where legends, myths, and music history collide. In this episode, we discuss the life and legacy of Robert Johnson, the mysterious blues guitarist whose short life gave birth to one of the most enduring legends in American music history—a deal with the Devil at the crossroads.

This one was fun: a music documentary in podcast form, blending storytelling, historical research, and discussion to explore how Robert Johnson became the most influential blues guitarist of all time. Known today as “the first rockstar,” Johnson’s haunting recordings, eerie lyrics, and the myth of his pact with the Devil have fascinated generations of musicians and fans.

In this music podcast, we break down: The truth behind the crossroads myth

The rise of the Delta blues and how it shaped Johnson’s sound

The social and cultural context of Mississippi in the early 1900s

How Robert Johnson's recordings inspired a movement

Why his legacy continues to define the blues and rock genres

 

Whether you're a fan of music biographies, digging into music books, or love a great music interview, this music podcast delivers deep insight into the art, myth, and mystery of Robert Johnson. If you’re looking for a music documentary that blends fact, folklore, and the soul of American music, this episode is for you.

Subscribe and listen to more episodes of our music podcast for interviews, documentaries, and discussions that go beneath the surface of music history.

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