Level: 2/3
Tuning: Open G

A true classic of Delta Blues slide guitar, some might even say the definition of Delta Blues slide guitar. Son House’s “Death Letter Blues” is the 1960’s reworking of his “My Black Mama” from his 1930’s session with Paramount Records and offers nearly all you need to know about his playing in Open G tuning. Rough and tough slide, baring the IV, V chord, and the main riff that is instantly recognizable to any blues fan.