"Early this mornin', ooh, when you knocked upon my door, and I said, 'Hello, Satan, I believe it's time to go.' Me and the devil, was walkin' side by side." — Me and the Devil Blues by Robert Johnson

Who exactly is blues musician Robert Johnson, and how is he the most influential musician you've never heard of? How did Robert Johnson go from a racket who couldn't hold a tune in a bucket, to The King of the Delta Blues whose skill surpassed the likes of Son House, in the time span of one year? And what was the cost of his success?

This week, we discuss the founding member of the 27 club. Even if the name doesn't sound familiar, you have heard him. We end the episode with a thrilling, trolling scary story from 4chan.

Sources for this week include:

• King of the Delta Blues Vol 1 & 2

• ReMastered: Devil at the Crossroads

• Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil in Rosedale, Mississippi

• thedarkpiano.com