9952 It is very difficult to fiddle and sing at the same time, Reed was one of three old-timers who were recorded doing it well. (Leonard Rutherford, the master, and G.B. Grayson were the others.)His audience had a conservative bent, but Reed had a sense of humor -- Bobtail Number Two made fun of this song. Great stuff. Alf Reed -- how Can a Poor Man Stand It? Fiddlinshim 2004-02-27 15:38:36 2004-02-27 15:38:36 4 41762 Blind Alfred Reed, my great-great grandfather, was considered a protest singer for songs such as “Why Do You Bob Your Hair Girls?” interesting considering that his daughter was a flapper. His music is an interesting blend of fiddle and voice. Sadly I inherited the bad eyes instead of talent. Alfred was later joined by his son, Arville, who played the guitar. Blind Alfred Reed Journey 2005-05-20 09:05:04 2005-05-20 09:05:04 4 2 4.00