When I Left Home

In When I Left Home, legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy shares his remarkable journey from rural Louisiana to the heart of Chicago, capturing the essence of blues during its electrifying evolution. Influenced by blues icons and a pivotal figure within the scene himself, Guy recounts his experiences as a session player at Chess Records, a sideman for Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf, and a recording star in his own right. This audiobook presents his vivid memories of musical giants and the cultural transformation that shaped modern blues.