If Muddy Waters Were Alive Today, he would be very proud of his son Big Bill Morganfield. Possessing more than just his musical pedigree, Bill has the voice, talent and skills to become a major talent in his own right. Rising Son was produced by Muddy's long-time guitarist Bob Margolin who plays on the record. Three other former members of the Muddy Waters Bland joined Morganfield in the studio: Willie "Big Eyes" Smith on drums, Palu Oscher on harmonica and Pintop Perkins on piano and Robert Stroger on bass.