A short documentary on the "Harlem Street Singer," blues artist Rev. Gary Davis. Features footage of his neighborhood, Davis talking about his upbringing, and two performances including "Death Don't Have No Mercy." Benefiting from New York's folk revival in the 1960s, Davis influenced artists such as Dave Van Ronk, Bob Dylan, and the Grateful Dead.
Released: Jan 01, 1964
Runtime: 11 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Stars: Rev. Gary Davis
Crew: Harold Becker (Director), Jerome Shore (Assistant Director), Robert Ellis (Sound), Dick Alderson (Sound), Joseph Reynolds (Camera Operator)