We’ll dig into an interesting song with some undiscovered history, “Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven But Nobody Wants To Die.” We’ll include a brand new version from singer EG Kight, a classic version by Albert King, a high-energy take on it from Ellen McIlwaine. You’ll also hear early renditions from comedian-singer Timmie Rogers and the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, whose 1950 recording seems to be the first rendition of this song. Plus you’ll hear some of Jonny’s picks for the top ten blues songs of the 21st Century to help your top 10 list of the WXPN 885 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century, voting ends November 8th!
Check out the discussion on both the song and the saying “Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven But Nobody Wants To Die.”
The Philadelphia Blues Society’s Launch Party last weekend was a big success, and Benny Turner put on a spirited show with central PA bluesman Clarence Spady in his band. Find out more about the Philadelphia Blues Society.
