The 10 albums provide a rich and varied catalog of artists who were scattered across the Mississippi Delta, largely inactive until a new generation sought them out.

To accompany the announcement, the duo has released the lead single from ‘Contraband Love,’ the original Campbell-penned track “Hit And Run Driver.”

‘Sad Clowns & Hillbillies’ is without question a contemporary masterpiece. This is some of the best writing and music that Mellencamp has ever been kind enough to share with us.

Each night, Lee Ann and Patty will play their own sets and share the stage for special duet performances.

The two-disc ‘Roll Columbia’ is the first set ever to include all 26 songs Guthrie wrote during his prolific month spent working for the BPA.

‘Almost Home’ succeeds in looking backwards, while still sounding as vital and modern as ever.

“No matter where you’re from, or what language you speak, blues is the universal language.”

“The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to honor these individuals for artistic mastery, as well as a commitment to sharing their traditions.”

The debut single is the Willie Dixon classic, “Wang Dang Doodle.”

Today, Phil Wiggins is the only living player of the instrument to hold the prestigious honor of “Master of Traditional Arts.”