In this special, a look back at blues singer / musician Jimmy McCracklin.
Airdate: 9/17/2021 (KCRT)
In this special, a look back at blues singer / musician Jimmy McCracklin, including a brief 2003 interview, a talk with his daughter Sue McCracklin, and an exhibit that was held in Richmond, CA. Host: Richard R. Lee. Featuring: DeJeana Burkes of The North and Greater Richmond Blues Foundation, Ronnie Stewart of The West Coast Blues Society, and District One Supervisor John Gioia of Contra Costa County.
Please note: there were two versions of this episode:
- 60 minutes: Longer episode featuring majority of the statements from guest speakers. This version was only seen on KCRT-TV, starting 8/20/2021. Portion of this can be seen on the Jimmy McCracklin page.
- 30 minutes: Highlights of the speakers. This version is being seen nationally.