Leadbelly – Easy Rider

Easy Rider is an essential compilation that brings together some of the most powerful recordings by Huddie Ledbetter, better known as Leadbelly, one of the foundational figures of American folk and blues.

With his commanding, unmistakable voice and his signature twelve-string guitar, Leadbelly gives voice to songs that speak of struggle, freedom, and the social realities of his time. Tracks like “Goodnight Irene”, “Midnight Special”, and “Easy Rider” showcase not only the breadth of his repertoire but also the depth of his influence on American popular music. This collection offers a faithful portrait of Leadbelly’s rebellious and humanist spirit, whose work went on to inspire generations of musicians, from Woody Guthrie to Bob Dylan and beyond.