For Episode two of our series on the Memphis Beale Street scene, we focus on Cannon’s Jug Stompers for the inspiration they provided to late 20th century fans such as Bob Dylan and the Grateful Dead. Then, to wrap things up, we feature four remarkable recordings by Jim Jackson, an old-time street singer who became a draw for other musicians to follow in his footsteps.

Featured tracks include:

The Memphis Blues – Louis Armstrong

New, New Minglewood Blues – The Grateful Dead

Minglewood Blues – Cannon’s Jug Stompers

Viola Lee Blues – Bob Dylan

Viola Lee Blues – The Grateful Dead

Viola Lee Blues – Cannon’s Jug Stompers

Walk Right In – Cannon’s Jug Stompers

Bring It with You When You Come – Cannon’s Jug Stompers

Feather Bed – Cannon’s Jug Stompers

Big Railroad Blues – The Grateful Dead

Big Railroad Blues – Cannon’s Jug Stompers

When I Woke Up This Morning She Was Gone – Jim Jackson

I Heard the Voice of a Pork Chop – Jim Jackson

Old Dog Blue – Jim Jackson

I’m Wild About My Lovin’ – Jim Jackson