James 'Super Chikan' Johnson - A Life in Blues

Synopsis

A Life in Blues both celebrates and explores the personal and musical life of one of Mississippi's most treasured sons. Having travelled the world sharing his own unique brand of blues music, James 'Super Chikan' Johnson, at the age of 73, still strives to balance a musical career while providing for his family. This film endeavours to not only lay bare Chikan's own story, but also examines how the culture and setting of the south has ultimately influenced his journey.

Top cast

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Super Chikan

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Cedric Burnside

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Charlie Musselwhite

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Adam Gussow

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Bobby Rush

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