AUSSIE BLUES

I have quite a few albums by Australian blues singers and blues bands, which I think will be of interest to many followers of this blog, especially those who live in UK, Europe, Canada, US and elsewhere and may not have ever heard these artists. So I will periodically post some CDs of Aussie Blues.

First up is an old friend of mine, Ivan Zar with his 1996 CD "Track Me Down". As mentioned in the brief bio on Ivan below, he started his first blues band in Perth in 1969 called "King Biscuit Company".

I was one of the guitarists in King Biscuit Company, so I knew Ivan well and for a time in 1970 we shared a house in South Perth. 

Here's a photo of myself and Ivan Zar playing in a Perth nightclub in 1970.

Ivan Zar - Track Me Down (1996)

Born in Alexandria, Egypt and migrated to Perth in 1963, Ivan Zar was drawn to the Blues at an early age and taught himself the harmonica and Delta Blues style Guitar. In 1969, he formed his first band "King Biscuit Company". After playing in several bands, Ivan formed The Elks in 1975, which was to introduce the Chicago style of Blues to the mainstream. The band toured the South West and across to major cities in the Eastern States. They had the opportunity to support B.B King, Rory Gallagher, Joe Cocker and Ike and Tina Turner, and recorded an album Refer to Drawer, which is now a sought after Australian Blues album by blues aficionados. In 1981, Ivan recorded some of the material that he had written and worked in a duo with Brian Fitzgerald called The Deltatones. They worked in cafe's, folk festivals, small bars and supported John Mayall, Mick Jagger, John Hammond and Leo Kottke. In 1983, they recorded Me and the Devil as well as a cassette Harp of the West, which featured some of WA's most prominent harmonica players. Both of these recordings are also sought after blues fans alike. Going solo again, Ivan had the opportunity to play with such acts as The Black Sorrows, Paul Kelly, Bondi Cigars and Cold Chisel. From 1992-1995, he opened The Bindoon Rock Festival and has been a part of Blues at Bridgetown since it's inception in 1993. 

Tracklist:

01. Bring Me A Pillow 02:54

02. Sail On 04:27

03. Take A Walk 03:01

04. Junco Partner 03:25

05. Rolling Stone Blues 04:36

06. Kimberley Sunset 02:09

07. Howlin' For My Darlin' 03:14

08. Can't Be Satisfied 03:15

09. '79 Blues 02:50

10. Police Dog Blues 02:32

11. Rollin' And Tumblin' 04:03

12. Track Me Down (Song For Keef) 02:46

13. Lonesome Cell  02:36

14. Kentucky Trail 01:24

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 Country, Pre-War & Acoustic Blues Vol 94

The Ladies Sing The Blues Vol 06 - My Daddy Rocks Me (1926-2023)

01. Trixie Smith - My Daddy Rocks Me (1938) 

02. Victoria Spivey - Blood Thirsty Blues (1928) 

03. Odetta - Another Man Done Gone (1957) 

04. Judy Roderick - Rock Me Baby (1965) 

05. Sippie Thomas - I'm A Mighty Tight Woman (1929) 

06. Una Mae Carlisle - Blitzkrieg Baby (1941) 

07. Sister Rosetta Tharpe - Trouble In Mind (1941) 

08. Memphis Minnie & The Memphis Jug Band - Meningitis Blues (1930) 

09. Memphis Minnie & Black Bob - If You See My Rooster Please Run Him Home (1936)

10. Lil Johnson - My Stove's In Good Condition (1929) 

11. Bessie Smith - Young Woman's Blues (1926) 

12. Eleanor Ellis - Wonder Where My Easy Rider's Gone (2007) 

13. Fiona Boyes - She Could Play That Thing (2000) 

14. Gail Ceasar - Guitar Woman Blues (2023) 

15. Lil Green - Romance In The Dark (1940) 

16. Lil Green - Why Don't You Do Right (1941) 

17. Hattie Hart - I Let My Daddy Do That (1934) 

18. Trixie Butler - Just A Good Woman Through With The Blues (1936) 

19. Alberta Hunter - My Castle's Rockin' (1940) 

20. Alberta Hunter - I Got Myself A Workin' Man (1978) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 192 (1955-2023)

01. D.K. Harrell - Honey Ain't So Sweet (2023) 

02. D.K. Harrell - You're A Queen (2023) 

03. Roy Ayers Ubiquity - Ain't No Sunshine (1973) 

04. Little Joe Blue - Can't Have Your Cake And Eat It Too (1964) 

05. King Solomon - Let Me Be Your Eagle Baby (1966) 

06. King Solomon - Almost Midnight (1966) 

07. Eddie Daye - Why I've Got To Know (1967) 

08. Fillmore Slim - Go Ahead (1962) 

09. Flash Terry - On My Way Back Home (1958) 

10. Ottilie Patterson & Sonny Boy Williamson II - Baby Please Don't Go (1964)

11. Ike & Tina Turner - Never Been To Spain (1977) 

12. Betty Everett - Your Love Is Important To Me (1962) 

13. Betty Everett - Too Hot To Hold (1965) 

14. Ellen Whyte & Reflex Blue - I Can Tell (1998) 

15. Mose Allison - Cabaret Card (1993) 

16. Sam Cooke - Little Red Rooster (1963) 

17. Aaron Neville - Cry Me A River (1986) 

18. The Orioles - Please Sing My Blues Tonight (1955) 

19. The Orioles - Bring The Money Home (1956) 

20. The Orioles - Shimmy Time (1959) 

21. Little Milton - Lonely No More (1961) 

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 ALBUMS THAT DESERVE ANOTHER LISTEN

Nina Simone - To Love Somebody (1969)

Tracklist:

01. Suzanne

02. Turn! Turn! Turn! 

03. Revolution (Part 1) 

04. Revolution (Part 2) 

05. To Love Somebody

06. I Shall Be Released 

07. I Can't See Nobody

08. Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues

09. The Times They Are-A-Changing 

Personnel:

Nina Simone - vocals

Al Schackman - guitar

Weldon J. Irvine Jr. - organ

Gene A. Perla - Fender bass

Charles D. Alias - drums

Doris Willingham & Virdia Crawford - backing vocals

Recording session: New York City, RCA Studios 1967-1969

Label: RCA, 1969

Catalog number: LSP-4152

Nina Simone's album "To Love Somebody" was released in 1969, and it stands as a significant piece in her discography, showcasing her unique blend of jazz, blues, and soul. This album is particularly notable not just for its musicality but also for the emotional depth and social commentary that Simone is known for. It captures a moment in time when Simone was deeply engaged with the civil rights movement, and her music often reflected the struggles and aspirations of that era.

The title track, "To Love Somebody," is a cover of the Bee Gees' song, and Simone's rendition is nothing short of breathtaking. She infuses the song with her signature soulful style, transforming it into a powerful ballad that speaks to the heart. The way she interprets the lyrics, with her rich, emotive voice, makes it feel like a personal confession rather than just a cover. This track, along with others on the album, showcases her ability to take existing songs and make them her own, imbuing them with new meaning and emotional weight.

Critically, "To Love Somebody" received positive reviews upon its release. Major publications praised Simone's vocal prowess and her ability to convey complex emotions. The album is often cited in discussions about Simone's best work, and it has been included in various lists of essential albums. While it may not have garnered the same level of commercial success as some of her other albums, its artistic merit is widely recognized.

Historically, this album is significant as it was released during a tumultuous time in American history. Simone was not just a musician; she was an activist who used her platform to speak out against racial injustice. Her music became a voice for the civil rights movement, and songs from this album reflect her commitment to social change. Listening to her music today, one can still feel the urgency and passion that she brought to her art.

Interestingly, Simone's life and career were marked by both triumph and struggle. She faced numerous challenges, including mental health issues and the pressures of fame, but she continued to create music that resonated with many. Her story is one of resilience, and her music remains a testament to her strength and artistry.

In conclusion, "To Love Somebody" is more than just an album; it's a powerful expression of love, struggle, and resilience. Nina Simone's ability to convey deep emotion through her music makes this album a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of music and social justice. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her work, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression. It's a beautiful reminder of the power of music to inspire and uplift, even in the face of adversity.

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 Best Of Jazz Vol 106 - A Handful Of Jazz Guitar Players Vol 10

The Kicker (1953-2023)

01. Jocelyn Gould - The Kicker (2023) 

02. Jocelyn Gould - Jessica's Birthday (2023) 

03. Bucky Pizzarelli - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes (2005) 

04. Russell Malone - St. Louis Blues (1991) 

05. Thornel Schwartz - Soul Cookin' (1962) 

06. Victor Rydström - This I Dig Of You (2021) 

07. Randy Johnston - The Cooker (1999) 

08. Rick Zunigar - You Don't Know What Love Is (1995) 

09. Yoshiaki Masuo - Stoned Soul Picnic (1969) 

10. Yoshiaki Masuo - One For Wes (1969) 

11. Laurindo Almeida & The Bossa Nova All Stars - Misirlou (1963) 

12. Paul Bollenback & Art Hirahara - Shambolic (2023) 

13. Amancio D'Silva & Joe Harriott - N.N.N.T. (1969) 

14. Pat Martino - On The Stairs (1975) 

15. Mimi Fox - East Coast Attitude (2004) 

16. Marcel Bianchi - Homiday's Guitar (1953) 

17. Grant Green - Hey Western Union Man (1970) 

18. Jimmy Ponder - Blues Bag (1975) 

19. Gabor Szabo - Sophisticated Wheels (1971) 

20. Larry Coryell - Elementary Guitar Solo #5 (1969) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 191 (1952-1996)

01. Curtis Lawson & The Unforgettables - Too Much Trouble (1974)

02. Doc Cheatham & Nicholas Payton - I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues (1996)

03. J.B. Lenoir - I Want My Baby (1952)

04. J.B. Lenoir - Man Watch Your Woman (1955)

05. Boogaloo Joe Jones - St. James Infirmary (1968)

06. B.B. King - Crying Won't Help You Now (1956)

07. B.B. King - Don't Look Now But I've Got The Blues (1958)

08. Jean Knight - Rudy Blue (1976)

09. Eddie & Ernie - Indication (1971)

10. Eddie & Ernie - It's A Beautiful World (1971)

11. Big Jay McNeely - Blues In G Minor (1968)

12. T-Bone Walker - Love Will Lead You Right (1964)

13. Eddie Daye - I Can Fix It (1969)

14. Eddie Daye - Which One (1985)

15. King Solomon - Please Mr. President (1966)

16. Little Joe Blue - Dirty Work Going On (1964)

17. Willis Gator Jackson - Cool Grits (1959)

18. Willis Gator Jackson - Good To The Bone (1959)

19. Stacy Johnson - Consider Yourself (1965)

20. T.N.T. Tribble Band - Just Talking To Myself (1985)

21. Roy Ayers Ubiquity - Rhythms Of Your Mind (1973)

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 Soul Party Vol 98 - Got The Blues In My Soul Vol 02

I Ain't Got Nothing But The Blues (1957-2007)

01. The Friendly People - I Ain't Got Nothing But The Blues (1972) 

02. George Freeman - Down And Out (1963) 

03. Bettye LaVette - Jealousy (2007) 

04. The Jarmels - Why Am I A Fool For You (1961) 

05. The Wallace Brothers - My Baby's Gone (1969) 

06. Johnny & Jackey - Lonely And Blue (1959) 

07. Gil Scott-Heron - H2O Gate Blues (1974) 

08. Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes - I Miss You (1972) 

09. Tommie Young - That's How Strong My Love Is (1973) 

10. The Temptations - Farewell My Love (1964) 

11. The Moonglows - Mister Engineer Bring Her Back To Me (1957) 

12. Barrett Strong - Misery (1959) 

13. The Falcons - Lonely Nights (1964) 

14. Spencer Wiggins - Lonely Man (1967) 

15. Levina Lewis - So Many Times (1994) 

16. Roy C - I Found A Man In My Bed (1970) 

17. Otis Redding - Johnny's Heartbreak (1964) 

18. O.C. Smith - Baby Come Back (1984) 

19. Dave Love - Baby Hard Times (1974) 

20. David Will - Loneliness (1974) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 190 (1948-2023)

01. Richard Berry - Crazy Lover (1955)

02. Nancy Harrow - Wild Women Don't Have The Blues (1962)

03. Teddy Redell - Cow Cow Blues (1979)

04. Devon Rismay - Old Guitar (2022)

05. Dinah Washington - It's Too Soon To Know (1948)

06. Jesse Belvin & The Laurels - Where's My Girl (1955)

07. Percy Sledge - Angels Listened In (1968)

08. Esther Phillips - Fever (1966)

09. Ruth Brown & The James Quintet - Have A Good Time (1952)

10. The Delta Rhythm Boys - Lover Come Back To Me (1952)

11. Freddie Roach - Money That's What I Want (1967)

12. The Isley Brothers - The Cow Jumped Over The Moon (1957)

13. Varetta Dillard & The 4 Students - Darling, Listen To The Words (1956)

14. Jimmy Witherspoon - Money's Gettin' Cheaper (1964)

15. Matt Taylor - Fair Dinkum Aussie Blues (1974)

16. Selwyn Birchwood - Ila-View (2023)

17. Selwyn Birchwood - Horns Below Her Halo (2023)

18. Byrdie Green - Return Of The Prodigal Son (2003)

19. Ella Fitzgerald & Group - Soldier Boy (1955)

20. Arthur Lee Maye & The Crowns - Truly (1955)

21. Arthur Lee Maye & The Crowns - Don't You Know (1956)

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 Rockabilly & Early Rock & Roll Vol 107

Rockin' Country Style Vol 03 - Cotton Pickin' Rocker (1952-1970)

01. Joe Bennett & The Sparkletones - Cotton Pickin' Rocker (1958) 

02. Al Ferrier & The Boppin' Billies - No No Baby (1969) 

03. Janis Martin - Let's Elope Baby (1956) 

04. Johnny Cash - Luther Played The Boogie (1959) 

05. Sleepy LaBeef - All The Time (1957) 

06. Wanda Jackson - I Wanna Waltz (1958) 

07. Jimmie Skinner - Born To Be Wild (1957) 

08. Eddie Cletro & His Round Up Boys - Flyin' Saucer Boogie (1952) 

09. Nita, Rita & Ruby - Rock Love (1955) 

10. Billy Walker - I Can't Keep The Girls Away (1953) 

11. Johnnie Tyler - Lie To Me Baby (1956) 

12. Glen Glenn - If I Had Me A Woman (1957) 

13. Gene Wyatt - Twelve Men (1970) 

14. Bobby Pedrick Jr. - White Bucks And Saddle Shoes (1958) 

15. George Morgan - Rockabilly Bungalow (1958) 

16. Jimmy Lloyd - Where The Rio De Rosa Flows (1957) 

17. Marty Robbins - Tennessee Toddy (1955) 

18. Curley Langley & His Western All Stars - Linda Lou (1956) 

19. Clyde Stacy - Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor (1958) 

20. Boyd Bennett & His Rockets - Banjo Rock And Roll (1955) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 189 (1952-2023)

01. King Curtis - Memphis Soul Stew (1967)

02. Jimmy Castor & The Juniors - This Girl Of Mine (1956)

03. Bo Diddley & The Flamingos - You Know I Love You (1957)

04. Ike & Tina Turner - You Got Me Running (1969)

05. Jo Ann Campbell - Donnie (1961)

06. Ella Mae Morse & The Kool Kats - Lovey Dovey (1954)

07. Erma Franklin - Light My Fire (1969)

08. Selwyn Birchwood - Call Me What You Want To (2023)

09. Selwyn Birchwood - Show Tune (2023)

10. Tommy Tucker & The Lullabyes - You Belong To Me (1962)

11. Mose Allison Trio - I Love The Life I Live (1960)

12. Eric Bibb - 500 Miles (2023)

13. The Isley Brothers - My Love (1966)

14. Matt Taylor - I Remember When I Was Young (1973)

15. The Delta Rhythm Boys - 9.20 Special (1952)

16. The King Odom Quartet - Basin Street Blues (1954)

17. Geoge Benson - Summertime (1977)

18. Devon Rismay - I Believe (2022)

19. Bonnie Lou & The Harmonaires - Drop Me A Line (1955)

20. Nina Simone - Come On Back Jack (1961)

21. Arthur Lee Maye & The Crowns - All I Want Is Someone To Love (1958)

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 Hillbilly & Country Vol 144 - We Got You Covered Vol 05

Fire And Rain (1938-2018)

01. Ernie Rowell - Fire And Rain (1970) 

02. Karen Wheeler - Stand By Your Man (1970) 

03. George Jones - Peace In The Valley (2003) 

04. Ernest Tubb - What Am I Living For (1959) 

05. Hank Williams - Lost Highway (1949) 

06. Bobbie Gentry - I'll Never Fall In Love Again (1970) 

07. Conway Twitty & Loretta Lynn - Your The Reason Are Kids Are Ugly (1978) 

08. Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys - Keep Knocking (1938) 

09. Earl Scruggs - Hey Jude (1971) 

10. Bascom Lamar Lunsford - I Shall Not Be Moved (1956) 

11. Alan Jackson - Wild Horses (2018) 

12. Tiny Wellman - She's Actin' Single I'm Drinkin' Doubles (1982) 

13. Johnny Cash - I Hung My Head (2002) 

14. The Blackwater Boys - Will The Circle Be Unbroken (2008) 

15. Harry & Jeanie West - Amazing Grace (1957) 

16. Wynn Stewart - Rainy Night In Georgia (1970) 

17. Cliff Gleaves - Your Cheating Heart (1959) 

18. Bobby Wood - My Special Angel (1966) 

19. Roger Bowling - Lucille (1978) 

20. Dale McBride - Anybody Going To San Antone (1971) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 188 (1939-2022)

01. Billie Poole & Junior Mance Trio - Them Blues (1963)

02. Little Johnny Taylor - You Win, I Lose (1964)

03. Ike & Tina Turner - You Don't Love Me (1969)

04. Mose Allison - Wild Man On The Loose (1966)

05. Jackie Wilson & Count Basie - Uptight Everything's Alright (1967)

06. Helen Humes & Count Basie Orchestra - My Heart Belongs To Daddy (1939)

07. Julia Lee & Her Boy Friends - Ain't It A Crime (1950)

08. Jimmy Coe & The Cohorts - Country Blues (1958)

09. Eric Bibb - Family (2023)

10. Dinah Washington & Eddie Chamblee Orchestra - Trouble In Mind (1958)

11. Dinah Washington & Eddie Chamblee Orchestra - Back Water Blues (1958)

12. Jimmy Binkley & His Combo - Wine, Wine, Wine (1955)

13. Chuck Berry - Mad Lad (1960)

14. Ella Mae Morse - Cow Cow Boogie (1942)

15. Otis Spann - I'm Ready (1964)

16. Jackie Ross - Jerk And Twine (1965)

17. Jackie Ross - You Really Know How To Hurt A Girl (1965)

18. The Atmospheres - The Fickle Chicken (1959)

19. Devon Rismay - Tough Times (2022)

20. Peggy Lee - Black Coffee (1953)

21. Nina Simone - I Put A Spell On You (1964)

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 Country, Pre-War & Acoustic Blues Vol 93 - All About The Women Vol 01

Crazy 'Bout My Black Gal (1927-2023)

01. Charlie Pickett - Crazy 'Bout My Black Gal (1937) 

02. Buddy Johnson - Fine Brown Frame (1944) 

03. Snooks Eaglin - Alberta (1959) 

04. Son House - My Black Mama Part 1 (1931) 

05. Tommy McClennan - Brown Skin Gal (1939) 

06. Peg Leg Howell & His Gang - New Jelly Roll Blues (1927) 

07. Julius King - I Want A Slice Of Your Puddin' (1952) 

08. Jesse James - Sweet Petunia (1936) 

09. Lonnie Johnson - She's Making Whoopee In Hell Tonight (1930) 

10. Robert Johnson - Kindhearted Woman Blues (1936) 

11. Big Bill Broonzy - Hattie Blues (1937) 

12. Big Joe Williams - Peach Orchard Mama (1938) 

13. Sonny Boy Williamson I - Black Gal Blues (1938) 

14. Barbecue Bob - She Moves It Just Right (1930) 

15. Sleepy John Estes - Little Laura Blues (1941) 

16. Robert Lockwood Jr. - I'm Gonna Train My Baby (1941) 

17. Joe Pullum - Black Gal, What Makes Your Head So Hard (1934) 

18. Amos Easton - Sail On, Little Girl, Sail On (1935) 

19. Henry Thomas - Run, Mollie, Run (1928) 

20. Jeffrey Scott - So Sweet (2023)

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 187 (1937-2023)

01. Billy Hawks - Got My Mojo Working (1968)

02. Singin' Sammy Ward - Who's The Fool (1960)

03. Mose Allison - The Foolkiller (1966)

04. Eumir Deodato - Black Dog (1975)

05. Jimmy Witherspoon - Love Me Right (1965)

06. Andre Williams - Rosa Lee Stay Off The Bell (1961)

07. Devon Rismay - Me & My Guitar (2022)

08. Rhetta Hughes - I Can't Stand This Pressure (1968)

09. Kim Weston - You Hit Me Where It Hurt Me (1966)

10. LaVern Baker & Jimmy Ricks - You're The Boss (1961)

11. Selwyn Birchwood - Done Cryin' (2023)

12. Tracy Nelson - Yonder Come The Blues (2023)

13. Tracy Nelson - Brown Eyed Handsome Man (2023)

14. Tracy Nelson & Charlie Musselwhite - It Don't Make Sense (2023)

15. Bernard Purdie - Work Song (1996)

16. Bernard Purdie - Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child (1997)

17. Joanna Connor - Best Of Me (2023)

18. Joanna Connor - All I Want Is You (2023)

19. Jimmy Rushing & Count Basie - Good Morning Blues (1937)

20. The Swan Silvertones - My Rock (1952)

21. The Trumpeteers - Don't Miss That Train (1952)

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 Best Of Jazz Vol 105 - Women In Jazz Vol 08 - Bop Web (1974-2024)

01. Francesca Tandoi - Bop Web (2024) 

02. Jordan Pettay - Straight Street (2017) 

03. Jordan Pettay - Are You Washed In The Blood (2017) 

04. Sarah Hanahan - We Bop (2024) 

05. Jessica Lurie - Southeastern Drive (2004) 

06. Mimi Fox - Buddy's Blues (2004) 

07. Mimi Fox - She's A Woman (2004) 

08. Barbara Thompson - Sax Rap (2021) 

09. Akiko Grace - Giant Steps (2004) 

10. Patricia Brennan Septet - Breaking Stretch (2023) 

11. Cindy Bradley - Gimme The Night (2023) 

12. Nicole Glover - Blues For Mel (2024) 

13. Kayla Waters - Cocoa Earth (2018) 

14. Rhoda Scott - Delilah (1974) 

15. Barbara Dennerlein - Dewey Square (1987) 

16. Alina Bzhezhinska - Alabama (2022) 

17. Nancie Banks Orchestra - Do You Want To Dance (1992) 

18. Alden Hellmuth - Ambrosia & Vetiver (2024) 

19. Tanja Feichtmair - Carpets On The Barren Land (2003) 

20. Tanja Feichtmair - Drowned In Yellow Streets (2003) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 186 (1938-2023)

01. Devon Rismay - Blue Collar Blues (2022)

02. Eric Bibb - Ridin' (2023)

03. Mose Allison - Evesight To The Blind (1951)

04. Jamie Cullum - Wind Cries Mary (2003)

05. Jimmy Smith & Kenny Burrell - Blues For J (1965)

06. Jimmy Smith & Ray Crawford - Bluesmith (1972)

07. Ella Fitzgerald - Get Ready (1969)

08. Teddy Redell - Teddy's Boogie (1979)

09. Jimmy Witherspoon - Hey Mrs Jones (1962)

10. Selwyn Birchwood - My Own Worst Enemy (2023)

11. Selwyn Birchwood - Plenty More To Be Grateful For (2023)

12. Ray Charles - Get On The Right Track Baby (1957)

13. Ike & Tina Turner - The Things I Used To Do (1969)

14. Rick Allen - Angola Prison, Louisiana (2005)

15. Rick Allen - Blues After Hours (2005)

16. Memphis Slim - Mother Earth (1951)

17. Memphis Slim & Terry Timmons - Blue Evening (1951)

18. Memphis Slim & Terry Timmons - The Question (1952)

19. Lightnin' Hopkins - Got To Move Your Baby (1964)

20. Johnny Otis - Banana Peel (1967)

21. Billie Holiday - You Go To My Head (1938)

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 Soul Party Vol 97 - Happy In Love Vol 03

The Sweetest Thing (1961-2023)

01. Channel 3 - The Sweetest Thing (1973) 

02. Z.Z. Hill - Our Love Is Getting Better (1971) 

03. Cozy Corley - Warm Loving Man (1968) 

04. Natalie Cole - Inseparable (1975) 

05. Mary Love - More Love (1975) 

06. Aretha Franklin - Baby I Love You (1967) 

07. Ana Layla - Madly In Love (2023) 

08. Smokey Robinson - Being With You (1981) 

09. Lou Rawls - Sweet Tender Nights (1979) 

10. Al Green - L-O-V-E (1975) 

11. Jackie Wilson - My Heart Belongs To Only You (1961) 

12. The Patterson Twins - Back In Love Again (1973) 

13. Anglo-Saxon Brown - The Man I Love (1976) 

14. Joe Simon - Drowning In The Sea Of Love (1972) 

15. The Jelly Beans - I Wanna Love Him So Bad (1964) 

16. Al Wilson - Falling In Love With You (1969) 

17. Betty Wilson - Anything To Please My Man (1968) 

18. Janet & The Jays - Love What You're Doing To Me (1967) 

19. Ben Monroe - Since You Came Into My Life (1971) 

20. Billy Harner - I Got It From Heaven (1976) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 185 (1939-1974)

01. Margie Rayburn - Blues In The Night (1959)

02. Margie Rayburn - Basin Street Blues (1959)

03. B.B. King - Bad Luck Soul (1960)

04. Jimmy Rushing - I Left My Baby (1939)

05. Amos Milburn - Train Time Blues (1946)

06. Amos Milburn - Bye Bye Boogie (1948)

07. Amos Milburn - Three Times A Fool (1953)

08. Billie Holiday - Good Morning Heartache (1946)

09. Nina Simone - Nobody Knows You When You're Down (1960)

10. Carl Holmes - Get Down Philly Town (1974)

11. Carl Holmes - Investigation (1974)

12. Albert King - C.O.D. (1964)

13. Mose Allison - The Seventh Son (1959)

14. The Playboy Five - Spoonful (1964)

15. Jimmy Smith - St. James Infirmary (1965)

16. Jimmy Smith - The Creeper (1965)

17. Bobby Blue Bland - Honey Child (1964)

18. Junior Wells - Stomach Ache (1967)

19. Otis Spann - I'm A Dues Payin' Man (1970)

20. T-Bone Walker - Shake It Baby (1969)

21. Ike Turner - Camel Walk (1965)

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 Rockabilly & Early Rock & Roll Vol 106

Lonesome Tears Vol 03 - Only The Lonely (1950-1966)

01. Roy Orbison - Only The Lonely (1961) 

02. Charlie Feathers - Lonesome Whistle (1982) 

03. Glen Owens - Got A Right To Cry (1958) 

04. The Fleas - Tears (1961) 

05. Elvis Presley - Lonesome Cowboy (1957) 

06. Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome Tonight (1961) 

07. Jerry Lee Lewis - Long Gone Lonesome Blues (1950) 

08. The Everly Brothers - So Lonely (1966) 

09. Santo & Johnny - Tear Drop (1959) 

10. Carl Perkins - Lonely Heart (1964) 

11. Glenn Honeycutt - Be Wise, Don't Cry (1956) 

12. Jimmy Gilmer - Lonesome Tears (1963) 

13. Ronnie Summers - Lonesome Road (1960) 

14. Narvel Felts - Lonely River (1957) 

15. Ricky Nelson - Lonesome Town (1959) 

16. Ricky Nelson - Today's Teardrops (1962) 

17. Cookie & The Cupcakes - I Cried (1959) 

18. Cee Vee - Lonely Street (1959) 

19. Hoagy Lands - I'm Gonna Cry Some Tears (1960) 

20. Mack Self - You Put These Tears In My Eyes (1962) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 184 (1957-2023)

01. D.K. Harrell - Hello Trouble (2023)

02. D.K. Harrell - Leave It At The Door (2023)

03. Charles Earland - Honky Tonk (1998)

04. Irene Reid & Charles Earland - I'm Walkin' (1999)

05. Bobby Blue Bland - Who Will The Next Fool Be (1962)

06. King Curtis - Teasin' (1970)

07. King Curtis - Ridin' Thumb (1972)

08. Blue Mitchell - Cry Me A River (1963)

09. Bill Dicey & The Blues All Stars - Juke (1971)

10. Ike & Tina Turner - The Hunter (1969)

11. Ike & Tina Turner - I Smell Trouble (1969)

12. Gene Harris & The Three Sounds - Blue Genes (1962)

13. Jolly George & His Combo - I Have No One (1967)

14. Jolly George & His Combo - Idella (1967)

15. Morgus & The Ghouls - Morgus The Magnificent (1960)

16. Sugar Boy Crawford - I Cried (1961)

17. Lucy Reed - St. Louis Blues (1957)

18. Margie Joseph - Touch Your Woman (1972)

19. Clarence Frogman Henry - Hummin' A Heartache (1967)

20. Esther Phillips - Too Late To Worry, Too Blue To Cry (1969)

21. Tommie Young - Get Out Of My Life (1973)

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 Hillbilly & Country Vol 143 - Cities & Places Vol 05 - Amarillo USA (1930-2024)

01. Randy King - Amarillo USA (1976) 

02. Ed Cassady & The Hidden Valley Ramblers - Virginia Mountain Waltz (1963) 

03. Geary Hanley - Monday Morning Monroe Louisiana Blues (1987) 

04. Johnny Horton - When It's Springtime In Alaska (1956) 

05. Johnny Cash - Chattanooga City Limits Sign (1981) 

06. Marty Martel - I'm From Missouri (1966) 

07. Red Johnson - Movin' To Nevada (1973) 

08. Wynn Stewart - Hello Little Rock (1971) 

09. Tiny Wellman - Giving Her The State Of West Virginia (1978) 

10. Carroll Gilley - Side Walks Of Chicago (1979) 

11. George Jones - They've Got Millions In Milwaukee (1977) 

12. Karen Wheeler - How Is The Sun In California (1978) 

13. Lola Kirke - All My Exes Live In L.A. (2023) 

14. Orval Prophet - The Blue Canadian Rockies (1972) 

15. Smiley Monroe - Bluegrass In Hollywood (1962) 

16. Charlie Poole & The North Carolina Ramblers - Milwaukee Blues (1930) 

17. The Louvin Brothers - Knoxville Girl (1959) 

18. The Po' Ramblin' Boys - Streets Of Chicago (2024) 

19. Ernie Rowell - Going Back To Louisiana (1971) 

20. Trooper Jim Foster - Alligator Alley (1971) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 183 (1952-2009)

01. Erma Franklin - Have You Ever Had The Blues (1963)

02. Carolyn Franklin - Ain't That Groovy (1969)

03. Carolyn Franklin - I Don't Want To Lose You (1969)

04. Reuben Wilson - Kitchen Fire Blues (2009)

05. Mose Allison - Look Here (1965)

06. James Booker - Junco Partner (1976)

07. Byrdie Green - Gin House Blues (1966)

08. Byrdie Green - Somebody Groovy (1966)

09. Bo Diddley - You Can't Judge A Book By Its Cover (1962)

10. Earl Gaines - The Door Is Still Open (1966)

11. Billy Gayles - I'm Tore Up (1956)

12. Sammy Price & Lucky Thompson - How Long Blues (1957)

13. Sammy Price & Lucky Thompson - I Want A Little Girl (1957)

14. Sammy Price & Lucky Thompson - Embassy Boogie (1957)

15. Hound Dog Taylor & The Houserockers - Give Me Back My Wig (1971)

16. Elmore James - Please Find My Baby (1952)

17. Otis Redding - That's What My Heart Needs (1964)

18. Homer Banks - A Lot Of Love (1966)

19. Homer Banks - Fighting To Win (1966)

20. Claudia Lennear - Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky (1969)

21. Brook Benton & The Dixie Flyers - Let Me Fix It (1970)

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 Country, Pre-War & Acoustic Blues Vol 92

The Bluemen Sing The Whites Vol 02 - Salty Dog Blues (1953-2024)

01. Ramblin' Jack Elliott - Salty Dog Blues (1964) 

02. George Melly Trio - Send Me To The Electric Chair (1953) 

03. Rocky Hill - Mississippi Delta Blues (1988) 

04. Backwards Sam Firk - Old Reliable One Way Gal (1968) 

05. Dave Van Ronk - Duncan & Brady (1959) 

06. Peter Green Splinter Group - Hitch Hiking Woman (1997) 

07. Roy Bookbinder - She Did You A Favor (1992) 

08. The Even Dozen Jug Band - France Blues (1963) 

09. Tinsley Ellis - Hoochie Mama (2024) 

10. Ian Anderson's Country Blues Band - Short Haired Woman Blues (1968) 

11. Steve Howell - Mississippi Blues (2006) 

12. Giles Robson - Key To The Highway (2024) 

13. Adrian Jimenez & Roberto Porzio - This Is Hip (2018) 

14. Brett Marvin - Haven't Any Hay (1970) 

15. Nuno Mindelis - Chica & Sarah Loops (2003) 

16. Fred Gerlach - Samson (1962) 

17. Dill Jones - Jay Walk (2004) 

18. Christopher Dean Band & Chicago Carl Snyder - Need A Friend (2023) 

19. Dave Duncan - Twelve Year Old Boy (2006) 

20. Danny Kalb - Can't Be Satisfied (2012)

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 182 (1941-2023)

01. Aaron Neville - You Can Give But You Can't Take (1969)

02. Aaron Neville - Where Is My Baby (1969)

03. Aaron Neville - Speak To Me (1969)

04. Wille Bobo & The Bo Gents - The Thrill is Gone (1971)

05. Sarah Vaughan - You Never Give Me Your Money (1981)

06. Mary Flower & Vicki Taylor  - Down Home Blues (1991)

07. Mary Flower & Vicki Taylor  - Henhouse Blues (1991)

08. Clarence Wheeler - The New Chicago Blues (1972)

09. Tuba Skinny - It Hurts Me Too (2023)

10. Tuba Skinny - When They Ring Them Golden Bells (2023)

11. Hot Lips Page & Artie Shaw - St. James Infirmary Blues (1941)

12. James Cotton - Three Harp Boogie (1963)

13. James Cotton - V-8 Ford Blues (1963)

14. James Cotton - Sweet Sixteen (1967)

15. Boots Randolph - Take A Letter Maria (1970)

16. Buddy Miles - Just A Kiss Away (1974)

17. Bobby Womack - Home Is Where The Heart Is (1976)

18. Tommie Young - That's How Strong My Love Is (1973)

19. Tommie Young - Do You Still Feel The Same Way (1973)

20. Fred Jackson - Hootin' 'n Tootin' (1962)

21. Bertha Colbert - Teardrop Avenue (1963)

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 Best Of Jazz Vol 104 - A Handful Of Jazz Drummers Vol 03

Some Hip Drum Shit (1941-2023)

01. Tony Williams Lifetime - Some Hip Drum Shit (1971) 

02. Tony Williams Lifetime - Piskow's Filigree (1971) 

03. Earl Palmer & Terry Snyder All Stars - Binga Banga Bongo Percolator (1960) 

04. Dickie Harrell & Ray Anthony Orchestra - Rolley Polley Medley (1960) 

05. Irene Daye & Gene Krupa - Drum Boogie (1941) 

06. Bryan Spring & Joe Harriott - Stephano's Dance (1969) 

07. Pepe Dominguin - Bongo Bash (1960) 

08. Beaver Harris - Boogie On Dawn (1979) 

09. Billy Cobham - Mr. B.C. (2001) 

10. Buddy Rich - Just Blues (1955) 

11. Torsten Zwingenberger & The New Orleans Shakers - Steam Train Drum Solo (2023) 

12. Tony Addison - Relentless Pursuit (2023) 

13. Louie Bellson & Blue Mitchell - I Wonder Why (1978) 

14. Philly Joe Jones - Battery Blues (1959) 

15. Philly Joe Jones - Drum Song (1978) 

16. Jack DeJohnette - Slowdown (1983) 

17. Johnathan Blake - A Slight Taste (2023) 

18. Julie Saury - Satin Doll (2023) 

19. Jo Jones Trio - Bicycle For Two (1959) 

20. Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers - Nihon Bash (1964) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 181 (1953-2023)

01. Buddy Guy - Texas Flood (1980)

02. Buddy Guy - Ice Around My Heart (1980)

03. Buddy Guy - You Can Make It If You Try (1980)

04. Amos Milburn - French Fried Potatoes & Ketchup (1956)

05. Lloyd Price - Three Little Pigs (1959)

06. Marvin & Johnnie - Cherry Pie (1954)

07. Moreland & Arbuckle - Outback Blues (2005)

08. Timothy Cooper - East St. Louis Rock (1959)

09. Elmore James - Country Boogie (1953)

10. Elmore James - She Just Won't Do Right (1953)

11. The Sapphires - Baby You Got Me (1964)

12. Donnie Elbert - A Little Piece Of Leather (1965)

13. Bill Black's Combo - Little Queenie (1964)

14. Willie Mitchell - The Champion (1966)

15. Aretha Franklin - Don't Cry, Baby (1962)

16. Aretha Franklin - I'm Sitting On Top Of The World (1962)

17. LaVern Baker - Lots And Lots Of Love (1956)

18. Etta James - Stormy Weather (1961)

19. The Fabulous Counts - Who's Making Love (1969)

20. Lil' Jimmy Reed - Back To Baton Rouge (2023)

21. Lady J Huston - Born Under A Bad Sign (2023)

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 Soul Party Vol 96 - Soul Covers Songs Vol 05

Trouble In Mind (1959-2009)

01. Sam Cooke - Trouble In Mind (1961) 

02. Sam Cooke - Soothe Me (1966) 

03. Al Wilson - This Guy's In Love With You (1969) 

04. John Broadway Tucker - I've Been Loving You Too Long (1994) 

05. Nina Simone - To Love Somebody (1968) 

06. Ruby Wilson - Fever (2009) 

07. The Mob - Try A Little Tenderness (1969) 

08. The Trammps - Sixty Minute Man (1972) 

09. Billy Paul - Magic Carpet Ride (1971) 

10. The Jacksonians - California Dreamin' (1973) 

11. The Jacksonians - Saturday In The Park (1973) 

12. Carol Douglas - Dancing Queen (1977) 

13. The Judds - Working In The Coal Mine (1985) 

14. Tami Lynn & The Shirelles - Twist And Shout (1963) 

15. The Jarmels - Red Sails In The Sunset (1962) 

16. Sarah Vaughan - Smooth Operator (1959) 

17. Thelma Jones - Angel Of The Morning (1978) 

18. The Ronettes - Walking In The Rain (1964) 

19. Walter Jackson - Blowin' In The Wind (1964) 

20. Rotary Connection - The Burning Of The Midnight Lamp (1969) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 180 (1951-2023)

01. Clarence Bluesman Davis - Shame Shame Shame (2023)

02. Clarence Bluesman Davis - Goosa Farm (2023)

03. The Jubilee Humming Birds - Will The Lord Be With Me (1964)

04. Napata Mero - You Can Have My Husband (2000)

05. Varetta Dillard - Good Gravy Baby (1959)

06. Thurston Harris - One Scotch One Bourbon One Beer (1961)

07. The Coasters - Turtle Dovin' (1956)

08. Milt Buckner & Skeeter Best - Second Section (1956)

09. Moreland & Arbuckle - Coal Black Maddie (2005)

10. Big Mama Thornton - Walking Blues (1954)

11. Ruth Brown - Book Of Lies (1959)

12. Dennis Binder - Nobody Wants Me (1954)

13. Ike Turner - All The Blues All The Time (1954)

14. Sammy Grimes Band - Bag Pipe Special (1959)

15. Groove Holmes & Jimmy McGriff - The Preacher's Tune (1973)

16. George Freeman - New Improved Funk (1974)

17. Bobby Blue Bland - Dry Up Baby (1951)

18. Moreland & Arbuckle - Old Like Me (2005)

19. John Mayall's Bluesbreakers - I Started Walking (1968)

20. O.V. Wright - You've Been Crying (1965)

21. Timothy Cooper - Leaving Kansas City (1959)

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 Rockabilly & Early Rock & Roll Vol 105

All About The Guys Vol 03 - Stutterin' Papa (1956-1960)

01. Buck Griffin - Stutterin' Papa (1956) 

02. Bobby Sisco - Tall Dark Handsome Man (1957) 

03. Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps - Rollin' Danny (1958) 

04. Vernon Taylor - Your Lovin' Man (1958) 

05. Dan Virva & The Flying D Ramblers - Ducktail Cat (1956) 

06. The Big Bopper - The Big Bopper's Wedding (1958) 

07. Les Cole - Be Boppin' Daddy (1958) 

08. Tommy Spurlin & The Southern Boys - One-Eyed Sam (1956) 

09. Andy Anderson - Johnny Valentine (1956) 

10. Eddie Bond - Rockin' Daddy (1956) 

11. Gene Wyatt - Lover Boy (1957) 

12. The Joytones - Gee What A Boy (1956) 

13. Janis Martin - Will You, Willyum (1956) 

14. Mack Self - Willie Brown (1959) 

15. Bobby Lord - Hawkeye (1955) 

16. Ned Miller - From A Jack To A King (1957) 

17. Wanda Jackson - Hot Dog That Made Him Mad (1960) 

18. Fabian - I'm A Man (1958) 

19. Sonny Fisher - Rockin' Daddy (1955) 

20. Ray Smith - Rockin' Bandit (1959) 

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 Blues, R&B, Soul & Gospel Records Vol 179 (1946-2023)

01. Johnny Littlejohn - Just Got In Town (1968)

02. Johnny Littlejohn & The Bob Reidy Chicago Blues Band - Dust My Broom (1973)

03. Johnny Littlejohn & George Robinson Orchestra - Tanglewood Blues (1982)

04. Chris Kenner - You Can Run But You Can't Slip Away (1954)

05. Napata Mero - Hey Bartender (2000)

06. Andre Williams - Bacon Fat (1956)

07. Jimmy Reed - The Sun Is Shining (1957)

08. Louis Jordan & His Tympany Five - Salt Pork West Virginia (1946)

09. Alabama Mike - Stuff I've Been Through (2023)

10. Alabama Mike - Pine Bluff, Arkansas (2023)

11. The Swallows - It Ain't The Meat (1951)

12. Mickey & Sylvia - Let's Have A Picnic (1957)

13. Buddy Guy - She Winked Her Eye (1980)

14. William Bell - Soldiers Good-Bye (1966)

15. Irma Thomas - I Want A True True Love (1964)

16. Bobby Blue Bland - I Can't Stop (1966)

17. Otis Taylor - Hey Joe (2015)

18. Freddie King - Going Down (1971)

19. B.B. King & Eric Clapton - Three O'Clock Blues (2000)

20. Eric Gales - You Don't Know The Blues (2021)

21. Big Mama Thornton - Hound Dog (1952)

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 Hillbilly & Country Vol 142 - Train Track Shuffle Vol 05

The Nashville Special (1926-2024)

01. Randy King - The Nashville Special (1967) 

02. Johnny Bond - Lonesome Train (1956) 

03. Smiley Monroe - Let Jesse Rob The Train (1969) 

04. Wade & Fields Ward & Glen Smith - Train On The Island (1967) 

05. Vernon Dalhart - The Engineer's Dying Child (1926) 

06. Johnny Cash - Hey, Hey Train (1981) 

07. Johnny Cash - Engine One-Forty-Three (2003) 

08. Rosanne Cash - Runaway Train (1987) 

09. Charlie McCoy & The United - Wreck Of The Old '43 (1990) 

10. Clyde Beavers - Wabash Cannonball (1966) 

11. Frankie Laine - The 3-10 To Yuma (1957) 

12. Tommy Faile - Big Train (1959) 

13. Hank Williams - Ramblin' Man (1951) 

14. Billy Strange - Hell Train (1952) 

15. Red Johnson - Railroaded (1964) 

16. Bobby Austin - Knoxville Station (1972) 

17. Carroll Gilley - Waiting For The Train (1979) 

18. The Norfolk Southern Lawmen - Blue Railroad Train (2007) 

19. The Po' Ramblin' Boys - The Old Santa Fe (2024) 

20. The Earls Of Leicester - The Train That Carried My Girl From Town (2016) 

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