Robert Johnson

Despite a short recording career in the 1930s, his influence on the blues genre and subsequent generations of musicians is immense. Known for his virtuosic guitar skills, haunting vocals, and compelling songwriting, Johnson produced classics like "Cross Road Blues" and "Sweet Home Chicago". His life is surrounded by mythology, including the legend of making a deal with the devil at a crossroads. Johnson's impact on blues and rock music is profound, and he is often referred to as the "King of the Delta Blues". Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, his legacy endures through reissues of his recordings and the ongoing influence on musicians worldwide.