Son House (Edward James "Son" House Jr., 1902–1988) was a legendary American Delta blues singer and guitarist, renowned for his powerful vocals and emotionally charged slide guitar playing. Originally a preacher and pastor who opposed secular music, House turned to the blues at age twenty-five, infusing his performances with the intensity and passion of his religious background. He quickly made his mark in the Mississippi Delta, performing with prominent artists like Charley Patton and influencing future legends such as Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters. Although his early recordings in the 1930s were commercially unsuccessful, House’s status grew over time. After a period away from music, he was rediscovered in the 1960s during the American folk revival, captivating new audiences with his raw and expressive style. He went on to record several acclaimed albums and remained a major figure in blues history. In 2017, his influential song "Preachin’ the Blues" was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, cementing his lasting impact on American music.