Note: Chris Smith reports in Blues & Gospel Records, 1890–1943 (5th Ed.) that Hambone's real name is likely Homer Westfield. Setting: Convict camp, near Sand Springs
About the session: Spirituals and work songs sung by members of the Anderson Co. chain gang, recorded at a "convict camp" five miles outside of the town of Anderson near Sand Springs, and two sides by a white quartet recorded in Anderson.
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