Artist
Barrelhouse Buck McFarland
American blues and barrelhouse piano musician whose 1961 album documented traditional blues and folk traditions.
About
Barrelhouse Buck McFarland was an American blues and folk musician known for his raw, authentic approach to traditional barrelhouse piano styles. Active during the mid-twentieth century, McFarland's work preserved and performed classic blues traditions rooted in American vernacular music. His 1961 album Backcountry Barrelhouse documents his interpretations of regional blues material, featuring the improvisational energy characteristic of barrelhouse performance traditions. McFarland's recordings contributed to the broader documentation and appreciation of traditional American blues heritage during a period of renewed folk and blues interest.