"Spider" John Koerner has been an influential practitioner of traditional folk music and country blues since the days of the late-'50s/early-'60s folk revival. Both in his group, Koerner, Ray & Glover, and on his own, he has helped popularize early folk and blues music through his performances and recordings, directly affecting the careers of Bob Dylan and Bonnie Raitt, and influencing many others. (AllMusic) Significant. File under: Minnesota Folkies.
Discography: Solo Koerner, Ray & Glover; with Willie Murphu; with Tony Glover
In the music library: The Blues Project: My Little Woman; Southbound Train
Running Jumping Standing Still (25th Anniversary Edition) (with Willie Murphy)
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