This compilation of religious music from the 1920s and 1930s American South brings together black and white performers to show the relationships and differences between the two styles. Both styles share more elements of text and music than their secular counterparts, even though different influences shape both.
7 Just As Soon As My Feet Strike Zion, Lord I Won't Be Troubled No More
8 Lonesome Valley
9 The Little Black Train
10 Jesus, Lover of My Soul
11 Walking with My Saviour
12 Wouldn't Mind Dying
13 Take Your Burden to the Lord
14 Went Up in the Clouds of Heaven
This compilation of religious music from the 1920s and 1930s American South brings together black and white performers to show the relationships and differences between the two styles. Both styles share more elements of text and music than their secular counterparts, even though different influences shape both.