Little Walter – Everything Gonna Be Alright (Checker 930)

 

 

 

Little Walter – Everything Gonna Be Alright Checker 930

 

 

 

 

Checker records – 930 jul 1959

 notes:

Few harmonica players transformed the sound of modern blues
 like Little Walter. By the mid-1950s, his innovative amplified 
harmonica style had already changed Chicago blues forever, 
influencing generations of blues, rock and soul musicians.

Released on Checker Records 930, Everything Gonna Be Alright 
showcases Walter's expressive vocals, unmistakable harmonica
 tone and the polished Chicago blues sound developed by the 
legendary Chess Records family of labels. Although issued 
during a period of fierce competition among Chicago blues artists, 
the record remains a fine example 
of Walter's ability to combine emotional storytelling with memorable

credits:

Little Walter    Lead vocals, amplified harmonica
Otis Spann    Piano
Luther Tucker    Guitar
Freddy Robinson    Guitar
Willie Dixon    Bass
Billy Stepney    Drums

Recording Session
Date: July 21, 1959
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Studio: Chess Recording Studio, 2120 South Michigan Avenue, 
Chicago (the Chess studios; the Ter-Mar facility had not yet opened).

production:
Leonard Chess
Phil Chess

  

 Written-By – W. Jacobs

tracklist:

A        Everything Gonna Be Alright    2:30
B        Back Track    2:35

 

 

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Chuck Berry And His Combo – Maybellene / Wee Wee Hours (Chess 1604)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Chuck Berry And His Combo – Maybellene / Wee Wee Hours (Chess 1604) | The Rock & Roll Classic That Started It All

 

 

Chess Records 1955   single  1604 

 

 notes:

Released in 1955 on Chess Records, Chuck Berry And His Combo – 
"Maybellene" / "Wee Wee Hours" (Chess 1604) is one of the most 
influential singles in the history of popular music. The record launched
 Chuck Berry's career and helped define the sound of early rock and roll 
by blending rhythm and blues with country influences,
 energetic guitar riffs, and storytelling lyrics.
The B-side, "Wee Wee Hours," showcases Berry's deep roots in the blues. 
Slower and more reflective than its famous counterpart, the song highlights
 his expressive guitar playing and demonstrates the versatility that made 
him one of America's greatest recording artists.
Issued as Chess Records 1604, this original 45 RPM single remains one of
 the most desirable records among collectors of vintage rock and roll and 
rhythm & blues. Original pressings with clean labels and strong playback 
continue to command significant interest in the collector's market.

credits:

The lineup is reconstructed from Chess documentation and later research. 
The accepted personnel are:
Chuck Berry — vocals, lead guitar
Johnnie Johnson — piano
Willie Dixon — bass
Jerome Green — maracas
Drums: Ebby Hardy or Jasper Thomas (the drummer has never been conclusively
 identified). Most modern discographies list one of these two, 
while acknowledging the uncertainty.
Recorded during the same 21 May 1955 session.
A slow 12-bar blues featuring an especially prominent piano 
performance by Johnnie Johnson.
Released as the B-side but became an R&B hit in its own right.

Recording date    21 May 1955
Studio    Universal Recording Corporation, Chicago, Illinois 
(often called Universal Recording Studios)
Producers    Leonard Chess, Phil Chess

tracklist:

Written-By – Berry

A        Maybellene
B        Wee Wee Hours

 

 

 

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Elmore James – Blues After Hours (1953) Review | Chicago Blues Classic

Crown Records  1960 ‎– CLP 5168

notes:

Elmore James remains one of the most influential electric blues guitarists
 in history, known for his raw slide guitar style and emotional intensity. 
Blues After Hours captures the essence of early Chicago blues and the deep 
Southern blues tradition that shaped modern rock and blues.
Released under Crown Records as CLP 5168, this vinyl LP is a sought-after 
collector’s item among blues enthusiasts and record collectors.
This album reflects Elmore James’ signature sound:
Powerful slide guitar riffs
Deep emotional vocal delivery
Traditional blues structure with raw energy
It is a key release for anyone exploring the roots of electric blues

  credits:

 The Broom Dusters, The Maxwell Davis Orchestra,
    Piano – Little Johnny Jones
    Slide Guitar – Elmore James
    Vocals – Elmore James

    Baritone Saxophone – Jewell Grant (tracks: A2, A3, A5, B1, B2)
    Bass – Frank Fields (tracks: A1, B3, B4, B5), 

Ralph Hamilton (2) (tracks: A2, A3, A5, B1, B2), Ransom Knowling (tracks: A4)
    Design [Cover] – Hobco Arts
    Drums – Earl Palmer (tracks: A1, B3, B4, B5), 

Jessie Sailes (tracks: A2, A3, A5, B1, B2), Odie Payne (tracks: A4)
    Featuring – The Broomdusters*
    Piano – Edward Frank (tracks: A1, B3, B4, B5),

 Little Johnny Jones (tracks: A4), Willard McDaniel (tracks: A2, A3, A5, B1, B2)
    Slide Guitar, Vocals – Elmore James (tracks: all)
    Tenor Saxophone – Boyd Atkins (tracks: A4), J.T. Brown (tracks: A4)
    Tenor Saxophone, Arranged By – Maxwell Davis (tracks: A2, A3, A5, B1, B2)


This is the original issue on black Crown label, silver print.
A2, A3, A5, B1, B2 recorded at CULVER CITY MODERN studios, late summer 1954.
A1, B3, B4, B5 recorded at COSIMO MATASSA studios, NEW ORLEANS, 1955
A4 recorded IN CHICAGO, april1, 1953

tracklist:

A1     Dust My Blues 3:11
A2     Sunnyland 3:19
A3     Mean And Evil 2:16
A4     Dark And Dreary     2:48
A5     Standing At The Crossroads 2:47
B1     Happy Home 2:46
B2     No Love In My Heart     2:24
B3     Blues Before Sunrise     2:45
B4     I Was A Fool     2:51
B5     Goodbye Baby     2:59

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Tall Paul Hankins & The Fabulous Dynamics – “Rock Me Baby” Soul Searching 1967

 

 

 

 

Tall Paul Hankins & The Fabulous Dynamics – “Rock Me Baby” | Soul Searching (Hot Spot Records) Deep Soul Classic

 

 

 

 

hot spot records 1967‎– no ref

 

 notes:

A Deep Soul Gem from the Soul Searching / Hot Spot Records Era
When it comes to rare and emotionally charged deep soul recordings, 
few tracks capture the raw feeling of the genre quite like “Rock Me Baby” 
by Tall Paul Hankins & The Fabulous Dynamics. Released during the coveted
 Soul Searching / Hot Spot Records era, this single remains a
 hidden treasure among collectors and soul enthusiasts.
“Rock Me Baby” stands as a perfect example of early soul craftsmanship. 
From the first notes, the track builds a mood that is both sensual and heartfelt. 
The production reflects the signature sound associated with Hot Spot Records,
 a label known for its gritty, authentic soul releases.
The release is tied to the Soul Searching imprint and the influential Hot Spot Records 
label, both known for uncovering and producing underground soul talent.
During the era when this record was released, labels like 

Hot Spot played a crucial role 
in documenting regional soul scenes and giving artists like Hankins a platform 
to record music that might otherwise have been lost.
These records didn’t always chart—but they built the foundation 
of what collectors now call rare groove culture.

credits:

Organ / bandleader: Tall Paul Hankins
Backing musicians:
Often included local Chicago players such as the Hudson Brothers
 (documented collaborators on other Hankins sessions).
Typical lineup would have been:
Guitar (Chicago blues session regular)
Bass (often upright or early electric)
Drums (club circuit player)
Vocals: The Fabulous Dynamics (likely 3–5 male harmony singers)
Recording & studio context
Chicago small-label ecosystem (early–mid 1960s)
Hankins worked heavily in Chicago’s independent studio circuit,
 tied to producers like:
Narvel Eatmon (Bea & Baby Records)
These studios typically:
Used minimal track setups (mono, live recording)
Recorded bands live in one room
Relied on fast, low-budget sessions
Although Hot Spot Records is poorly documented, it fits the pattern of:


Small regional imprint
Possibly custom pressing or vanity label
Likely recorded in a Chicago independent studio 
same circuit as Bea & Baby / Biscayne-type releases)

Sonny Sawyer / Vaughn Morrison Prod. Chicago, Ill

tracklist:

A        Soul Searchin
Written-By – Jimmy Brown 
2:30
B        Rock Me Baby
Written-By – King*, Josea*
2:35

 

 

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Freddy Robinson Orchestra ‎– The Hawk -The Buzzard 1961

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Freddy Robinson Orchestra – The Hawk / The Buzzard (Queen Records 45-24005) | Rare Vinyl Soul

 

 

Queen Records 1961 ‎– 45-24005

notes:

The Freddy Robinson Orchestra – “The Hawk” is a sought-after 7-inch 
vinyl released on Queen Records (45-24005). This rare single captures
 the essence of vintage jazz orchestration and remains a hidden gem 
for collectors and enthusiasts of classic vinyl records.
The name Freddy Robinson Orchestra evokes the tradition of mid-20th-century
 bandleaders who bridged jazz, dancehall, and studio recording work. 
Orchestras like this often operated just outside the mainstream spotlight, 
contributing to film scores, radio sessions, and limited-run singles.
While detailed historical records about Freddy Robinson remain scarce, 
recordings like “The Hawk” suggest a group deeply rooted in:
Big band jazz arrangements
Tight brass sections
Rhythmic, cinematic compositions
These qualities make the record appealing not just musically, but historically
representing a slice of an era where many talented orchestras 
never received full recognition.

credits:

Freddy Robinson – guitar, bandleader
Paul Hankins – organ (credited as “featuring Paul Hankins at the Organ”
the orchestra would have been a typical small R&B instrumental combo, likely including:
Horn section (probable):
A.C. Reed – tenor sax
Donald Hankins – baritone sax
Johnny Board – trumpet
Rhythm section (probable):
unidentified session bassist (Stamz pool)
Odie Payne or Fred Below – drums

recorded:

Not explicitly documented for this single, but highly likely:
Chicago, Illinois
Studio infrastructure tied to:
Cobra / Artistic / Abco studios
Stamz-operated or affiliated recording spaces
These sessions were typically:
mono recordings
cut quickly for 45 release
engineered without detailed liner documentation

 Tracklisting:

A     The Hawk
written by H.Burrage     
B     The Buzzard
writen P. Hankins

 

 

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Muddy Waters – Same Thing / You Can’t Lose What You Ain’t Never Had

 

Muddy Waters – Same Thing / You Can’t Lose What You Ain’t Never Had (Blues Classic Review)

Chess records 1964 – 1895

notes:

Few artists shaped modern blues like Muddy Waters. Often called 
the father of Chicago blues, his electrified sound helped define 
post-war blues and influenced generations of rock and blues musicians.
In this post, we revisit two essential tracks: “Same Thing” and 
“You Can’t Lose What You Ain’t Never Had” 
timeless examples of his raw, hypnotic style.
Written by Willie Dixon, Same Thing is built on a 
classic blues structure: repetitive groove, call-and-response 
vocals, and a deep electric rhythm.
Originally recorded in the golden era of Chess Records,
 the track showcases:
Driving rhythm section
Minimal but powerful guitar phrasing
Hypnotic lyrical repetition
It later appeared on collections like The Real Folk Blues, 
highlighting its importance in Waters’ catalog.
credits:
Muddy Waters – vocals, slide guitar
Willie Dixon – bass, songwriter
Otis Spann – piano
James Cotton – harmonica
Francis Clay – drums

Tracklist:

A        The Same Thing 2:40
Written-By – Willie Dixon

B        You Can't Lose What You Ain't Never Had 2:55

Written-By – McKinley Morganfield

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The Soulful Strings – String Fever 1969

The Soulful Strings – String Fever (Cadet Records, 1969)

 

Cadet Records 1969  LPS 834

notes:

The Soulful Strings – String Fever is a rare late-1960s instrumental 

soul and jazz album released on Cadet Records in 1969. Blending 

lush orchestral arrangements with funky rhythm sections, the group 

created a distinctive crossover sound that sits between soul, 

easy listening, and jazz-funk.

Often overlooked compared to their earlier hits, String Fever remains

 a sought-after LP among vinyl collectors and fans of cinematic soul grooves.

credits:

    Cello – Cleveland Eaton (tracks: A1, B2)

    Flute – Lenny Druss* (tracks: A1, A2, A3, B5), Richie Fudali* (tracks: A2, A4, B4)

    Guitar – Cash McCall (tracks: A4), Phil Upchurch (tracks: B2, B5), 

    Ron Steele (tracks: B3), Sam Thomas (tracks: B1)

    Harmonica – Jeff Carp (tracks: A3, A4, A5, B1, B4)

    Producer, Arranged By, Conductor – Richard Evans (2)

    Viola – Bruce Hayden (tracks: A4)

Record Company – Cadet Records

Recorded At – Ter Mar Studios

Engineer – Dave Purple

tracklist:

A1 Zambezi

written by Evans, Hathaway

A2 Wildwood

written by Upchurch

A3 Chocolate Candy

written by Upchurch

A4 High Rises Blues

written by Evans

A5 It's Cold Duck Time

written by  Harris

B1 The Voices Inside

written by Evans, Upchurch

B2 Valdez In The Country 

written by Hathaway

B3 A Love Song 

written by Evans

B4 Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child

written by  Evans

B5 1974 Blues

written by Harris

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Bo Diddley ‎– Have Guitar, Will Travel

Bo Diddley – Have Guitar, Will Travel (1959 Album)

Checker ‎records 1960 – LP 2974

notes:

Have Guitar Will Travel is the third studio album by rock and roll 
musician Bo Diddley. It was released on the Checker Records label in 1960. 
Blending Chicago blues, driving rhythms, and Diddley’s signature guitar sound, 
the album captures the raw energy that helped shape modern rock music.

credits:

    Bo Diddley – vocals, guitar
    Jerome Green – co-lead vocals on "Say Man, Back Again", 

maracas, background vocals
    Peggy Jones – guitar, background vocals
    Willie Dixon – bass
    Clifton James – drums
    Frank Kirkland – drums
    Jody Williams – guitar
    Lafayette Leake – piano
    Lester Davenport – harmonica on "Spanish Guitar"

Recorded    July 14, 1955 – September 1959 in Chicago, Illinois
Producer    Leonard Chess, Phil Chess, Bo Diddley

tracklist:
A1 She's Alright 3:56
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
A2 Cops And Robbers 3:21
Written-By [Uncredited] – Kent Harris
A3 Run Diddley Daddy 2:36
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
A4    Mumblin' Guitar 2:49
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
A5 I Need You Baby 2:18
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
B1 Say Man, Back Again 2:53
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
B2 Nursery Rhyme 2:43
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
B3 I Love You So 2:20
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
B4 Spanish Guitar 3:58
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
B5 Dancing Girl 2:17
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel
B6 Come On Baby 2:52
Composed By – Ellas McDaniel

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Various ‎Artists – funk and soul

 

 

 

  Various ‎– Funky '69

 

 

 

 

Toddlin' Town Records ‎1969 – TTS-3001

 

 

 notes:

Funky ’69 is an iconic compilation of funk and soul originally released in the late 
1960s on the Toddlin’ Town Records label, a Chicago-based American label, 
very active in the soul, funk and R&B scene of the time.


tracklist:

A1    Alvin Cash–    Funky "69"
Written By – W. Scott-I. Gates-H. Scott-A. Cash
2:35
A2    Alvin Cash–    People Sure Act Funny
Written By – T. Turner-J. McDouglas
2:23
A3    Otis Clay–    I Testify
Written By – J. Jones-O. Hayes
2:44
A4    Alvin Cash–    Funky Broadway
Written By – L. Christian
2:09
A5    Bull & The Matadors*–    Funky Judge
Written By – A. Williams-L. Hutton
2:25
B1    Alvin Cash–    Keep On Dancing
Written By – H. Scott-A. Cash-W. Scott-I. Gates
2:25
B2    Alvin Cash–    Funky Street
Written By – E. Simms-A. Conley
2:45
B3    Otis Clay–    Flame In Your Heart
Written By – O. Hayes-A. Williams-H. Burrage
2:45
B4    Alvin Cash–    Alvin's Bag
Written By – E. Silvers
2:47
B5    Five Dutones*–    Shake A Tail Feather
Written By – O. Hayes-A. Williams-V. Rice
2:22

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Alvin Cash And Scott Bros. Orch. ‎– Keep On Dancing

 

 

 

Alvin Cash and Scott Bros. Orch. ‎– Keep On Dancing

 

 

Toddlin' Town Records 1968 ‎– TT 111

Credits

    Arranged By – Bill McFarland, John Jackson
    Written-By – H. Scott, W. Scott

tracklist:

A Keep On Dancing
Written-By – A. Cash, I. Gates
B Keep On Dancing (Instrumental) 

 

 

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Ramsey Lewis

 

 

The Movie Album

 

 

 

Cadet Records 1966 – LPS-782

 

notes:

The Movie Album is a studio album by jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis 
released in June 1967 on Cadet Records. The album peaked at 
No. 5 on the US Billboard Best Selling Jazz LPs chart.
Produced by Esmond Edwards and recorded in 1966, 
the album features theme music from several feature films.

credits:

Arranged By, Conductor, Orchestra, Voice – Richard Evans 
Piano – Ramsey Lewis
Bass – Cleveland Eaton
Drums – Maurice White


Recorded at Universal Recording Studios, Chicago, in July, 1966. 
Engineer – Bob Kidder
Producer – Esmond Edwards

Live photos taken at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, in December, 1966.
Photography – Don S. Bronstein
Photography [Cover] – Don S. Bronstein



tracklist:


A1        Theme From The 'The Pawnbroker'
Written-By – Jones*
2:25    
A2        Saturday Night After The Movies
Written-By – Evans*
2:55    
A3        The Gentle Rain
Written-By – Bonfa*
3:28    
A4        China Gate
Written-By – Adamson*, Young*
2:43    
A5        Emily
Written-By – Mandel*, Mercer*
2:57    
A6        Goin' Hollywood
Written-By – Evans
3:30    
B1        From Russia With Love
Written-By – Bart*
2:39    
B2        Shadow Of Your Smile
Written-By – Mandel*, Webster*
3:52    
B3        Girl Talk
Written-By – Troup*, Hefti*
3:25    
B4        Matchmaker, Matchmaker
Written-By – Bock*, Harnick*
3:01    
B5        Return To Paradise
Written-By – Tiomkin*, Washington*

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Koko Taylor ‎

 

 

 Basic Soul

 

 Chess records 1972  – CH 50018

 

 credits:

Vocal - Koko Taylor
Arranged By – Gene Barge
Bass – Louis Satterfield
Drums – Clifton James
Guitar – Joe Young, Reggie Boyd
Piano – Lafayette Leake
Producer – Willie Dixon

Recorded At – Ter Mar Studios 1972/1973
Engineer - Gary Starr

tracklist:

A1        It's A Poor Dog
Written-By – C. Taylor, L. Leake
3:30
A2        Let Me Love You Baby
Written-By – Willie Dixon
2:43
A3        Bills, Bills & More Bills
Written-By – Willie Dixon
2:50
A4        I Need More & More
Written-By – Willie Dixon
3:43
A5        Love Me To Death
Written-By – Willie Dixon
3:33
B1        That's The Way Love Is
Written-By – Deadric Malone
3:24
B2        Un Huh My Baby
Written-By – Willie Dixon
3:51
B3        Tease Your Man
Written-By – Ed. Winfield*, L. Leake*
4:20
B4        Pollution
Written-By – Ed. Winfield*, L. Leake*
3:15
B5        Violent Love
Written-By – Willie Dixon
2:45

 

 

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Koko Taylor

 

 Wang Dang Doodle

singl Checker ‎records 1966    1135

notes:

On June 30, 1964, Willie Dixon brought Koko Taylor to Chess Records, 
where she recorded "What Kind of Man Is That?". During her next session, 
on December 7, 1965, she recorded "Wang Dang Doodle". Backing vocalist 
Taylor were Gene Barge and Donald Hawkins on saxophones, Lafayette Leake
 on piano, Buddy Guy and Johnny "Twist" Williams on guitars, Jack Meyers on bass guitar, 
Fred Below on drums, and Willie Dixon singing with Taylor. Her version was released 
in early 1966 and peaked at number four on Billboard magazine's R&B singles 
chart and number 58 on the Hot 100.

credits:
Koko Taylor vocal
Buddy Guy Guitar, Gene Barge, donald Haekins saxes,
Lafayette Leake Piano, Jack Myers Bass, Fred Below Drums,
Willie Dixon Background vocal, recorded Decmber 7,1965     

    Producer – Willie Dixon

tracklist:

A Wang Dang Doodle
 Written-By – Willie Dixon 2:59
AA Blues Heaven
Written-By – Dick LaPalm, Willie Dixon 2:23

 

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The Interpreters ‎ The Knack

 

Cadet ‎Records 1965 –  LP-762

 

 credits:

George Patterson Jr - Alto & Soprano Sax
Cleo Griffin Jr. - Trumpet
Charles Kinnard Jr. - Tenor Sax
Tom Washington Jr. - Piano
Arlington Davis Jr. - Drums
John Whitfield Jr. - Bass
+
"The Mack Voices" on A1, A3, B1, B3
James L Mack - Bass
Joseph Brewer - Tenor
Charles Van Tasell - Baritone
Anne Reisig - Soprano
Nancy Hawk - Alto

Recorded - September 1965, Ter Mar Recording Studios, Chicago

Album Production & Supervision - Esmond Edwards
Engineer - Ron Malo
Cover Photo & Design - Don Bronstein

tracklist:

A1 The Knack
written by  Barry & Bricusse     
A2 Cyclops
written by     Adderley
A3 Our Mambo     
written by Washington
A4 But When It's Dark
written by Washington     
A5 J.I's Ala Freedom     
written by Washington
B1 Grits And Pigfoots     
written by Washington
B2 Sadder Days
written by Washington    
B3 Time Is Of The Essence
written by Patterson    
B4 Reap-Ba-Sac
written by Kinnard

 

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B.B. King – Indianola Mississippi Seeds

 

ABC Records 1970 – ABCS-713

 notes:

Indianola Mississippi Seeds is B. B. King's eighteenth studio album.
It was released in October 1970 on ABC Records on LP
 On this album B. B. King mixed elements of blues and rock music.
Producer Bill Szymczyk decided to follow up on the success of the
hit "The Thrill Is Gone" by matching King with a musical all-star cast.
The result was one of King's most critically acclaimed albums and
 one of the most highly regarded blues crossover albums of all time.

credits:

     B.B. King – Guitar, piano, vocals
    Joe Walsh, Hugh McCracken – Guitar
    Carole King – Piano, Fender Rhodes (2,4,6,7)
    Leon Russell – Piano (3,5,9)
    Paul Harris – Piano (8)
    Bryan Garofalo, Jerry Jemmott – Bass guitar
    Russ Kunkel, Herbie Lovelle – Drums
    Bill Szymczyk – producer

Production

    Produced by Bill Szymczyk
    Strings and Horns arranged by Jimmie Haskell
    Recorded at The Record Plant, Los Angeles, California
        Engineers — Bill Szymczyk & Gary Kellgren
        Assistant Engineers — Llyllianne Douma (Lillian Davis Douma),
       Mike D. Stone of the Record Plant, & John Henning
    Mastering — Bob Macleod — Artisan Sound Recorders   


tracklist:

A1        Nobody Loves Me But My Mother    1:26
A2        You're Still My Woman
Written-By – Dave Clark
6:06
A3        Ask Me No Questions    3:08
A4        Until I'm Dead And Cold    4:45
A5        King's Special    5:00
B1        Ain't Gonna Worry My Life Anymore    5:18
B2        Chains And Things
Written-B. B. King, Dave Clark
4:53
B3        Go Underground
Bass – Gerald Jemmott*
Drums – Herb Lovelle*
Engineer – Joe Zagarino
Piano – Paul Harris (2)
Rhythm Guitar – Hugh McCrackin*
4:02
B4        Hummingbird
Chorus [Angelic Chorus] – Clydie King, Merry Clayton,
Sherlie Matthews, Venetta Fields
Conductor – Leon Russell
Written-By – Leon Russell
4:35

 

 

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Tommy Tucker

 

 I'm Shorty

 

Checker  records 1967   – 1178

credits:

Producer – McCall* (tracks: B), Higgins* (tracks: A, B), Dixon* (tracks: A, B

tracklist:

A        I'm Shorty
Written-By – Willie Dixon
2:30
B        Sitting Home Alone
Written-By – Robert Higgenbotham 2:40

 

 

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Bo Diddley Ooh Baby - Back To School

 Checker Records 1966 Single 1158

Producer – E. Edwards, M. Chess
    Written-By – Ellas McDaniel

A     Ooh Baby     2:50
B     Back To School     2:35

 

 

 

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Little Walter – Take Me Back

 

Checker records 1956 – 852

tracklist:

A        It's Too Late Brother
Written-By – Al Duncan
2:41
B        Take Me Back
Written-By – Walter Jacobs
3:04

 

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The James Cotton Blues Band

Verve Folkways records 1967 ‎– FT3023

Credits

    Baritone Saxophone – Delbert L. Hill*, Mc'Kinley Easton*
    Bass, Vocals – Robert Anderson*
    Blues Harp [Harp], Vocals – James Cotton
    Drums – Samual Lay*
    Lead Guitar – Luther Tucker
    Piano – Alberto Gianguinto*
    Tenor Saxophone – James F. Barge*
    Trombone – John M. Watson*, Louis E. Saherfield*
    Trumpet – Paul Serrano

Producer – Barry Goldberg, Michael Bloomfield, Norman Dayron
Producer [Supervisor] – Jerry Schoenbaum

recorded :

NYC, March 24, 1967
Engineer – Dennis Avelenbacher
Engineer [Director Of] – Val Valentin

tracklist:

A1        Good Time Charlie
Written-By – D. Malone*, G. Caple*
2:46
A2        Turn On Your Lovelight
Written-By – D. Malone*, J. Scott*
2:31
A3        Something On Your Mind
Written-By – Big Jay McNeely
3:52
A4        Don't Start Me Talkin'
Written-By – Sonny Boy Williamson (2)
2:40
A5        Jelly, Jelly
Written-By – James Cotton
5:42
A6        Off The Wall
Written-By – Walter Jacobs
2:40
B1        Feelin' Good
Written-By – H. Parker*
3:14
B2        Sweet Sixteen
Written-By – King*, Josea*
5:35
B3        Knock On Wood
Written-By – Floyd*, Cropper*
2:56
B4        Oh Why
Written-By – E. Forest*
2:15
B5        Blues In My Sleep
Written-By – James Cotton
5:2

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Jimmy Reed ‎– Jimmy Reed At Soul City

 

Vee Jay Records 1964 ‎– VJS 1095

Crédits

    Jimmy Reed - vocals, lead guitar and harmonica,
    Eddie Taylor, Hubert Sumlin (guitar),
     Al Duncan (drums), among others.

Recorded in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

    Producer – Calvin Carter




 Tracklist:

A1        I'm Going Upside Your Head
Written-By – J.M. Dunson
2:45
A2        The Devil's Shoestring Part II
Written-By – J.M. Dunson*
2:44
A3        Help Yourself
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:39
A4        Going Fishing (Ain't Got No Pole)
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:43
A5        I Wanna Be Loved
Written-By – J.M. Dunson*
2:26
A6        Wear Something Green
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:20
B1        Left Handed Woman
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:34
B2        A New Leaf
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:45
B3        Fifteen Years
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:47
B4        Things Ain't What They Used To Be
Written-By – J. Reed*
2:47
B5        When You're Doing Alright
Written-By – J.M. Dunson*
2:45
B6        You've Got Me Waiting
Written-By – J.M. Dunson*
2:41

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