Sal’s Boutique

Delbert McClinton cut his chops in the late 1950’s as a guitarist and harp player for the Straitjackets; they were the house band at Jack’s Place in Forth Worth. Along with playing their own Monday night shows, the Straitjackets supported the blues artists who passed through town (guys like Howlin’ Wolf and Jimmy Reed).

After cutting a few local singles and playing harmonica on Bruce Channel’s 1962 hit, Hey Baby, McClinton took off for L.A. in the early 70’s with his friend, Glen Clark.
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