Howlin' Wolf
Howlin’ Wolf’s ‘Smokestack Lightning’
Every year the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress selects 25 recordings to be preserved for all time. One song chosen this year is Howlin’ Wolf’s “Smokestack Lightning,” a cornerstone of Chicago Blues. Howlin’ Wolf’s daughter and longtime guitarist Hubert Sumlin talk about the importance of his music. Produced by Ben Manilla Productions. […]