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Blind Willie McTell: The Georgia Genius Who Played for the World

Blind Willie McTell: The Georgia Genius Who Played for the World

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Blind Willie McTell was born near Thomson, Georgia in 1901.Though he lost his sight at a young age, he taught the world how to see the blues. His soft voice and twelve-string guitar shaped a sound that still echoes through American music. This short tribute tells his story — and invites you to the town that keeps his memory alive. The Blind Willie McTell Music Festival returns to Thomson on September 6, 2025. Come hear what Georgia still sings about.

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