Great Albums of the #1960s,  No. 48: Skip James – Devil Got My Woman (1968). Inactive after his early 30s recordings, SJ reappeared in the 60s like a musical time traveler, capturing country blues essence on stark guitar or piano tracks like “22-20 Blues” and "Careless Love." He sings in a cracked tenor like a man reckoning with sin in the hope of salvation. His early work influenced Robert Johnson. A 60s Delta survivor, like Son House. #great_albums, #music, #classic_albums, #blues, #skip_james

Great Albums of the #1960s, No. 49: Traffic – Traffic (1968). Traffic helped to expand the artistry of rock in the 60s, thanks to Steve Winwood/ Dave Mason’s leadership, Chris Wood’s woodwinds, and Jim Capaldi’s lyrics & drums. This LP includes the earthy “40,000 Headmen,” soulful “Pearly Queen,” and thundering “Cryin’ to Be Heard.” The album touches on blues, folk, jazz, and muted psychedelia. #great_albums, #music, #albums, #classic_albums, #rock, #traffic

Great Albums of the #1960s, No. 50: Terry Reid – Terry Reid (1969). After passing on joining the nascent Led Zeppelin, Reid recorded this post-psych gem. “Superlungs My Supergirl” is supercharged Donovan, followed by Reid’s emotive “Silver White Light,” bristling “Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace,” and epic “Rich Kid Blues.” Covers by Cheap Trick, Marianne Faithfull and Raconteurs boosted Reid’s substantial cult following. #great_albums, #music, #albums, #classic_albums, #rock, #reid