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John Mooney

By Reverend Keith A. Gordon, About.com

Slide Guitar Master:

John Mooney was a student of Blues great Son House. His unique guitar education culminated in some of the most authentic Delta sounds heard today. Whereas most Country Blues players today re-create the groove of Charlie Patton and Son House, Moony takes the essence of their grooves and maerges them with modern sounds and techniques.

Born:
Apr 3, 1955
Birthplace:
East Orange, NJ

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