He's been called "The Sinatra Of Country Harp," (among other accolades), but only in terms of musicianship and overall feel, not any sort of massive egotism. Jelly Roll Johnson isn't one to let excessive admiration balloon up his ego. For one thing, not many musicians are willing to give the time of day to media jackals like myself, much less offer to teach them anything. But that's what happens when you deal with someone this grounded.

Although well known as the Nashville harp man, Jelly ...