Blind Willie Johnson is a pretty big vocal influence. He can be very harsh, like gargly, gruff vocals, … - Benjamin Booker

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Benjamin Booker

Blind Willie Johnson is a pretty big vocal influence. He can be very harsh, like gargly, gruff vocals, but also just slip into some very delicate, vulnerable soft stuff. I like that combination.

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