Mean Mistreatin’ Mama by Elmore James covered by Chairmen Of The Boards.

Grossmans Tavern, Toronto’s home of the Blues, August 26, 2026. Rob Hiemstra (Guitar), Leo Valvassori (Bass), Gary Craig (Drums). Elmore James (né Brooks; January 27, 1918 – May 24, 1963) was an American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter, and bandleader. Noted for his use of loud amplification and his stirring voice, James was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992. His slide guitar technique earned him the nickname "King of the Slide Guitar".