Level: 2/3
Tuning: Standard

Tommy McClennan was a Mississippi Delta bluesman who moved up to Chicago. He recorded in the late 1930s to early 1940s. He had a raw and driving sound. For years I enjoyed his recordings but ignored his guitar playing. Boy, I must have had cotton in my ears. In these last years I have had fun transcribing his playing. What sounds like casual picking is actually a very accomplished and effective arrangement.

Tommy favored the keys of C, G and E. "Love With A Feeling" is played in the key of C in Standard tuning. Tommy produces a unique sound. He plays with a freedom and strength that is hard to capture. Give it a try and make sure to hear other Tommy McClennan recordings.