Win The War Blues - The Blues & World War Ii
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Release Date: 29 May 2020
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988314724
Format Details:
Release Date: 29 May 2020
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988314724
Description
'Win the War Blues' is a collection of blues and R&B songs by major artists reflecting the African American experience of the Second World War. Starting with songs about recruitment followed by songs about the actual conflict and the eventual return to peacetime.
Stars featured include, Louis Jordan, Champion Jack Dupree, Big Bill Broonzy, Sonny Boy Williamson, Tampa Red, Brownie McGhee and more.
In general, bluesmen were in favour of America's involvement and did their best to stir up enthusiasm for the task as can be heard on these 25 tracks.
Fans of this set will also be interested in 'Back to Korea Blues' (JASMCD3150) which covers the blues & R&B artists involvement in The Korean War.
Includes fully detailed liner notes.
Tracklisting
The Mudlarks
The Goofers
Slim Willet
Sleepy LaBeef
Marty Wilde
June Carter
Jimmy McCrackin
Gene Vincent
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists