The Real History of the Devil’s Crossroads and Robert Johnson

Join Jenn as she travels the Mississippi Delta in search of the real life locations of the legend of the Deal at the Devil’s Crossroads. She explores the origins of Robert Johnson, his legend, and the beginning of the Blues themselves.

You won’t want to miss this adventure to the world’s most famous crossroad.

📍Google Maps to Crossroads locations

Intro: 0:00
What is the Devil’s Crossroads?: 0:41
Where Robert Johnson came from: 1:30
Birthplace of the Blues: 3:39
Robert Johnson leaves: 4:17
Robert Johnson’s life and tragedy: 5:02
The Deal at the Devil’s Crossroads: 6:13
How Robert Johnson ACTUALLY learned how to play: 8:06
Ground Zero of the Blues: 9:00
How the Blues became the Devil’s music: 10:19
Robert Johnson’s Musical Influence: 11:59
Robert Johnson’s death: 13:20
Robert Johnson’s grave: 15:13
The Best that Ever Was: 17:22

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