Eddie Cusic was born on January 4, 1926 in the Wilmot community south of Leland, Mississippi. He grew up farming with his family and was first inspired to play the blues from hearing men play at suppers and other get-togethers in his community. Like many Delta musicians of his generation, his first attempts to play were done on a diddly-bow - a one string instrument consisting of bailing wire attached to a wall and played with a knife or bottle neck. He eventually moved up to a Sears Roebuck guitar and began playing with other local musicians.

Today, Eddie is a crowd favorite all over the United States at festivals and colleges. Blues tour groups from all over the world come to see Eddie and his hometown and get a taste of what Delta life is all about.

Photo: Eddie Q - Leland, MS - June of 2007

This is one of the limited edition prints in Jack’s new Abstract Series. These prints are currently being introduced to several select galleries and will be offered for purchase on a limited basis.

Photo: Limited Edition Abstract Series - June of 2006