Release Date: 25 March 2016
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988305425
Genres: Blues Chicago Blues
Description
One of the all-time greats of the Chicago Blues scene best known for his work as a member of Muddy Waters' band in the '50s. Collected here are the A & B sides of every solo 78 and 45 Jimmy Rogers released on the Chess label between 1950 and 1959.
Features an all-star backing from the likes of Otis Span, Little Walter and of course Muddy Waters. His best known numbers, many of which are now blues standards are all featured including, "Words in a Tangle", "That's Alright" and "Walking By Myself". The latter being covered by Freddie King, Magic Sam and Gary Moore amongst many others.
If you like Chicago blues then this will not disappoint!
Tracklisting
The Mudlarks
The Goofers
Slim Willet
Sleepy LaBeef
Marty Wilde
June Carter
Jimmy McCrackin
Gene Vincent
Jimmy Rogers
