Peg Leg Sam Featuring Louisiana Red's lyrics & chords

Peg Leg Sam was a performer to be treasured, a member of what may have been the last authentic traveling medicine show, a harmonica virtuoso, and an extraordinary entertainer. Born Arthur Jackson, he acquired his nickname after a hoboing accident in 1930. His medicine show career began in 1938, and his repertoire -finally recorded only in the early '70s - reflected the rustic nature of the traveling show. 'Peg' delivered comedy routines, bawdy toasts, and monologs; performed tricks with his harps (often playing two at once); and served up some ...read more