David speaks with author Alan Govenar about his new book Lightnin Hopkins: His Life and Blues. Govenar has previously written extensively about early African-American blues and R&B, but this time takes a more focused look with his biography on blues great Lightnin’ Hopkins.
Original Air Date: 01-6-2011
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Original Air Date: 01-3-2011
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