XB bending vs Overblowing

[IcemanLE@xxxxxxx]

The "vs" seems to imply a contest - not unlike the old "diatonic vs 
chromatic". The last thing we need is another line to be drawn dividing the harmonica 
community.

XB is different than OB. Learning one is different than learning the other. 
Both lead to more note choices for the diatonic - this is a good thing. Each 
demands time spent on mastering the techniques needed and learning where the 
notes are. 

Will the purists suggest that XB is not relevant to blues because Little 
Walter didn't use one?

The Iceman