Corrine, Corrina [1947 Radio Broadcast] - Chatman, B.
Settin' the Woods on Fire - Nelson, E.
Long Gone Daddy - Williams, H.
Granpaw's a Cat - Murphy, J.
Catfish Boogie - Ford, T.E.
Rock-A-Bye Baby - Bonn, S.
Kitty Kat - Mack, B.
Alligator Come Across - White, N.
Rockin' with My Baby - Jones, F.
Movie Magg - Perkins, C.
Feelin' Low - Maddux, P.W.
Lie to Me, Baby - J.O'Neal
I Won't Be Rockin' Tonight - Axton, M.B.
Choo Choo Ch'Boogie - Darling, D.
Fujiyama Mama - Burrows, E.
Forty Cups of Coffee - Overbea, D.
I'm Coming Home - Franks, T.
The Rockaway Rock - Rose, D.
Track Listings (25) - Disc #3
Hound Dog - Leiber, Jerry
Red Hot - Emerson, W.R.
Sittin' on Top of the World - Carter, B.
Honky Tonk Blues - Williams, H.
No No Baby - Garlow, C.
Tom Cattin' Around - Selph, J.
Rockin' and Rollin' with Grandmaw (On Saturday Night) - Robinson, C.
Oakie Boogie - Tyler, J.
Burning the Wind - Wallace, B.
Don't Cry Baby - Meyer, J.
Dig Boy Dig - Hart, F.
Honky-Tonk Man - Franks, T.
Tennessee Rock'n'roll - Coleman, L.
Stop, Look and Listen - London, G.
Mama's Little Baby - Claunch, Q.
Don't Go Baby (Don't Go) - Coker, G.
Take and Give - Hesselbein, R.
Crazy Arms - Mooney, R.
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On - Williams, D.C.
Sag, Drag and Fall - Gilliland, D.
Catty Town - Boldi, H.
Party - Robinson, J.M.
Just Because - Robin, S.
Trucker from Tennessee - Davis, L.
Down the Road-A-Piece - Raye, D.
Whilst it s undeniable that rockabilly s spiritual home lay in the south, it s perhaps a little simplistic to suggest it was born merely of the fusion of the white country music and black r&b that predominated there. O... more »ther influences, both musical and geographical, helped to shape the sound that would eventually give rise to rock n roll. From the backwoods of kentucky, tennessee and virginia to the dusty plains of oklahoma and texas, from the swamplands of louisiana to the bustling juke joints of illinois and michigan, traditional bluegrass, hillbilly, western swing, gospel, blues and cajun would all play their part in creating a rich musical melting pot as diverse as the country and its people. This compilation attempts to highlight some of those influences and includes many of the original versions of songs later adapted by barnstorming rockers such as elvis presley, carl perkins, jerry lee lewis and wanda jackson. Early recordings by country legends such as hank williams, bob wills and the delmore brothers, and by blues exponents arthur gunter, big mama thornton and piano red, indicate that the roots and branches of rockabilly grew in many directions and stretch back further than one might think. Also featured are lesser-heard names such as jimmy selph, gene henslee and mack davis whose recordings showcase rockabilly at its downhome best. Spanning more than twenty years, this collection draws together key recordings from all points on the compass. Essential listening for all fans of the rockabilly genre and its origins. Booklet houses informative liner notes, photos and memorabilia.« less
Whilst it s undeniable that rockabilly s spiritual home lay in the south, it s perhaps a little simplistic to suggest it was born merely of the fusion of the white country music and black r&b that predominated there. Other influences, both musical and geographical, helped to shape the sound that would eventually give rise to rock n roll. From the backwoods of kentucky, tennessee and virginia to the dusty plains of oklahoma and texas, from the swamplands of louisiana to the bustling juke joints of illinois and michigan, traditional bluegrass, hillbilly, western swing, gospel, blues and cajun would all play their part in creating a rich musical melting pot as diverse as the country and its people. This compilation attempts to highlight some of those influences and includes many of the original versions of songs later adapted by barnstorming rockers such as elvis presley, carl perkins, jerry lee lewis and wanda jackson. Early recordings by country legends such as hank williams, bob wills and the delmore brothers, and by blues exponents arthur gunter, big mama thornton and piano red, indicate that the roots and branches of rockabilly grew in many directions and stretch back further than one might think. Also featured are lesser-heard names such as jimmy selph, gene henslee and mack davis whose recordings showcase rockabilly at its downhome best. Spanning more than twenty years, this collection draws together key recordings from all points on the compass. Essential listening for all fans of the rockabilly genre and its origins. Booklet houses informative liner notes, photos and memorabilia.