"I first met Leroy Pierson in the early 1970s through renowned bluesman Mississippi Fred McDowell. McDowell frequently talked about this great guitar player named Leroy Pierson who lived in north St.Louis county. Travelling to Pierson's home at the appointed time, I had visions of an encounter with an undiscovered master Delta bluesman, a seasoned slide guitar player born to the blues. Imagine my surprise when a blond haired man in his late twenties opened the door to greet me."