In the early 1960's, singer-harmonicat Delbert McClinton's band The Straitjackets backed up numerous blues heavyweights like Lightnin' Hopkins, Sonny Boy Williamson, and Jimmy Reed. These legendary artist are what helped cultivate McCinton's blue collar blues full of a ragged roar and keen chops on the harp. Live shows are unbeatable sweat fests. Not to be missed.
Delbert McClinton plays Friday, December 18, at the German House Auditorium, 315 Gregory Street. 8 p.m. $36.50-$40. ticketfly.com; delbert.com.