Format Details:
Release Date: 23 November 2009
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Brilliant Case (Jewel Case size, Holds 2 CDs)
No of Units: 2
Barcode: 604988052022
Genres: R&B Rhythm and Blues
Description
This unique 2 CD set features 49 No. 1s and 1 No. 2 compiled from Billboard Magazine's R&B Charts between 1953 and 1958, and covers some of the most iconic and influential performers and recordings of the 20th century.
Includes seminal recordings from many artist who are still performing today including: B.B. King, Fats Domino, Chuck Berry, Etta James and Little Richard.
Compiled in chronological order and illustrating the amazing progress made by R&B music in just 5 years from Ruth Brown's bluesy, 'Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean' to Jackie Wilson's proto - Soul anthem, 'Lonely Teardrops'. This has to be the ultimate '50s R&B collection!
Tracklisting
Tommy Hunt
Kay Barry / Maureen Evans
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Johnnie Ray
Eddie Cochran
Various Artists
Billie Holiday
Charlie Applewhite
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
