Release Date: 30 April 2021
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988109023
Genres: Rock 'N' Roll Rock 'N' Roll
Description
The mighty Big Jim Sullivan was by far the most innovative, influential guitarist of the first generation of British Rock & Rollers. He carved out a big reputation leading Marty Wilde's celebrated Wildcats at the age of only seventeen, and was established as the UK's first-choice session guitarist before he was twenty-one.
This unique compilation presents thirty-three killer sides recorded between 1960-62, on which Jim played lead guitar, either as an ensemble group member or session player.
Groups include the Big Jim Sullivan Combo, The Krew Kats, The Tom Cats and The Nashville Five, while some of the big names he can be found backing include the aforementioned Wilde, Billy Fury, Johnny Kidd, Gene Vincent, Adam Faith, Eden Kane, Alexis Korner, Shane Fenton, Mike Berry, Michael Cox, Danny Rivers and The Allisons. Also included is an exceptionally rare live solo instrumental, taken from a "Saturday Club" broadcast.
Several of these will be a surprise to collectors who are not fully au fait with Big Jim's extra-curricular career.
Tracklisting
Tommy Hunt
Kay Barry / Maureen Evans
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Johnnie Ray
Eddie Cochran
Various Artists
Billie Holiday
Charlie Applewhite
Big Jim Sullivan
