David 'Fathead' Newman, Lonely Avenue (1972)

David 'Fathead' Newman, Lonely Avenue  (1972)

 Friday's lunch record is by David Newman.. This album on Atlantic records is a jazz/funk treat leaning on strong blues roots. Six enjoyable stretched out tracks. Musicians are David Newman (tenor sax/flute), Cornell Dupree (guitar), Ron Ayers (vibes,piano,organ), Charles 'Bugs' Costello (organ,piano). Bill Slater (bass) and ray Lucas (drums). The YouTube sample song is "Fire Weaver" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FftNMyiSEuE . . bucko

The Isley Brothers, Doin' Their Thing (1967)

The Isley Brothers, Doin' Their Thing (1967)

Thursday's lunch record is a compilation album of Isley Brothers songs. This best of record is on Motown's Tamla label. It was released in 1967 featuring 12 tracks, songs include "This Old Heart of Mine", That's The Way Love Is", "I Guess I'll Always Love You", "Just Ain't Enough Love", along with others. The YouTube sample song is "One Too Many Heartaches" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97TlaVzWMDI . . bucko

Shirley & Lee, Let The Good Times Roll (1980) r. 1956

Shirley & Lee, Let The Good Times Roll (1980) r. 1956

 Wednesday's lunch record is by Shirley & Lee. The vocal Duo that took New Orleans over with their unique rockin' R&B songs with Shirley's singing, They recorded with the Dave Bartholomew orchestra. A mega hit with "Let The Good Tines Roll" they filled the juke boxes and clubs with their many recordings, "Lee's Dream", "I Feel Good", "Deed I Do", "Rock All Night", "Takes Money", "I'M Gone". The YouTube sample song is "Comin' Over" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ0o6d8YHuM . . bucko

Various, The Vocal Group Album Roots Of Rock 'n' Roll Vol. 8 (1979) r. 1944-56

Various, The Vocal Group Album Roots Of Rock 'n' Roll Vol. 8 (1979) r. 1944-56

Tuesday's lunch record is the Vocal Group Album. This compilation is volume eight  of The Roots Of Rock 'n' Roll. Theses are classic recordings reissued from the Savoy record vault. This double gate-fold album was released in 1979. Todays listen are sides 1 & 2. Some of the vocal groups are The Three Barons, The Toppers, The Syncopators, The Four Buddies, The Marshall Bros.These R&B tracks are the roots of rock 'n roll. The YouTube sample song is by thee Four Buddies - Ooh Ow (1951) (Hal Singer  sax) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BISxQhTvn_o . . bucko

Young-Holt Unlimited, Just A Medlody (1969)

Young-Holt Unlimited, Just A Medlody  (1969)

 Monday's lunch record is the soul / jazz album by drummer Isaac 'Red' Holt and bassist Eldee Young. This rhythm section formerly the back bon of the Ramsey Lewis trio left to form their own group. They are joined by pianist Ken Chaney. On this album they explore some original tracks plus joyful romps through some standards. "I Heard It Through The Grapevine", "By The Time I Get To Phoenix" and "Light My Fire". This album is on Brunswick records. The YouTube sample song is "Young And HoltFul" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tj2CbC6opVM . . bucko

The Isley Brothers, 3 + 3 (1973)

The Isley Brothers, 3 + 3 (1973)

 Friday's lunch record is by the Isley Brothers. This is one of the finest soul / funk recordings from the early seventies. This features their powerfully successful funky hit song "That Lady" with that heavy bass line and with great vocals. The YouTube sample song is "Listen To The Music"   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7r6XX20aVs . . bucko

Various, Mr. Santa's Boogie (Santa's Secret) (1985) r. 1944-1954

Various, Mr. Santa's Boogie (Santa's Secret) (1985) r. 1944-1954

 Thursday's lunch record is a reissue of classic holiday R&B songs recorded on Savoy Records. This collection of 14 tracks are by many different artists. The Ravens, Little Esther, Johnny Otis, Felix Gross, Big Maybelle, A.B. Green, Jimmy Butler, Charle Parker, The Marshall Brothers, "Gatemouth" Brown, "Washboard" Pete, Debbie Dabney, Johnny Guarnieri with Slam Stewart. Many up tempo jump blues along with blues ballads. The YouTube sample song is "Santa's Secret" (Johnny Guarnieri /Slam Stewart 1944) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QA30sgqsRY . . bucko

The Spiders, I Didn't Wanna Do It (1973) r. 1954-61

 

The Spiders, I Didn't Wanna Do It (1973) r. 1954-61

Wednesday's lunch record is the Spiders. This mid fifties rockin' R&B vocal group from New Orleans recorded on Imperial records and worked with Dave Bartholomew at his studio. This is a quality reissue from Japan. Twelve songs which feature their hits, "I Didn't Wanna Do It", I'm Slippin' IN", Sukey, Sukey, Sukey", "Witchcraft" along with others. The Dave Bartholomew orchestra accompanies the tracks with sax guys Lee Allen and Red Tyler. The YouTube sample sang is "I'M Slippin In" (1954) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSRaL1VMh6k . . bucko  

Harpers Bizarre, Feelin Groovy (1967)

 Harpers Bizarre, Feelin Groovy (1967)

 Tuesday's lunch record is by Harpers Bisarre. This album titled after their hit pop rock song 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy) which was a Simon & Garfunkel song. The group was from California where they developed their happy soft rock sound. They also had moderate success with the song "Come To The Sunshine. The YouTube sample song is "59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSqVtmfDDFg . . bucko

Johnny & The Hurricanes, Stormsville (1960)

Johnny & The Hurricanes, Stormsville (1960)

 Monday's lunch record is by Johnny & The Hurricanes. This is an late fifties and early 1960's rock instrumental group that had popular hits . They emanated from the garages of Toledo Ohio. This sax led rock quintet is fronted by Johnny Paris, The YouTube sample song is "Hot Fudge" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOswZxClrbg . . bucko 

Various, Atlantic Honkers (1976) r.1947-70

Various, Atlantic Honkers (1976) r.1947-70

Friday's lunch record rippin' collection from Atlantic featuring R&B sax honkers. This album is a double gate fold. Todays listen is sides 3 and 4 with tracks by Jesse Stone, Arnett Cobb and King Curtis. These were recorded between 1954-1970. Hal 'Cornbread' Singer blows the sax in Jesse Stones orchestra. Arnett Cobb was from Houston with a jazz  flow to his blowin'. The YouTube sample song is "Light Like That" (Arnett Cobb  1955) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyIJFLecKJw . . bucko

Hal Singer, Rent Party (1984) r. 1948-1953

Hal Singer, Rent Party (1984) r. 1948-1953

Thursday's lunch record is the collection of Hal Singer. A stand out tenor sax man from the Ellington orchestra which left for a solo career. He had a monster hit with "Cornbread in 1948 heavy on the honkin' jump blues, This record is on the Savoy label with 16 tracks. Musicians include Wynton Kelly (piano), Milt Larkin (trombone), Walter Page (drums), Sam 'The Man' Taylor (sax), Bobby Donaldson, Panama Francis (drums), Mickey Baker (guitar) along with others. The YouTube sample song is "Hot Rod" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muFLKxSxj_I . . bucko

Various, Atlantic Honkers (1976) r.1947-70

Various, Atlantic Honkers (1976) r.1947-70

Wednesday's lunch record is the rockin' collection Atlantic Honkers. This is a double gate fold album on Atlantic records. Todays listen is sides one & two of these sax led blowin' instrumental. These formed the driving lead of the rock -R&B tornado that rolled the music world. Joe Morris orchestra, Tiny Grimes with Red Prysock, Frank Culley's group and Willis Jackson's band. The YouTube sample song is "Flyin' High" (Tiny Grimes 1948) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t76uUv3pJxg . . bucko

The Sweet Inspirations. Estelle, Myrna And Sylvia (1973)

The Sweet Inspirations. Estelle, Myrna And Sylvia (1973)

 Tuesday's lunch record is by The Sweet Inspirations. This album for Stax records is fine funk pop soul record. This is the group after the founder Cissy Houston had left the group. The musicians  are Michael Allen, Ebony Web (piano), Ray Griffin (bass), Robert Thomas (guitar),Terry Johnson (drums), Ronald Coleman (trumpet), Chico Winston (tenor). The Memphis Horns & Strings. The YouTube sample song is "You Roam When You Don't Get It Home" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLzo9anSXm8 . . bucko

The Best Of The Spiders Vol. 1 (1985) r. 1954-56

The Best Of The Spiders Vol. 1 (1985) r. 1954-56

Monday's lunch record is by the Spiders. This is a collection album reissued on the K.C. Label from London. This album was tracks recorded for Imperial records songs released from 1954-1956. The Spiders a hoppin' vocal  harmony group with their distinctive  New Orleans sound and jump feel. There is 14 songs on this collection. Many written by Dave Bartholomew and backed by his group. The YouTube sample song is "A-1 In My Heart" (1956) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1xErUjfzHc . . bucko

Various, Atlantic Rhythm And Blues Vol.1 1947-1952 (1985)

Various, Atlantic Rhythm And Blues Vol.1 1947-1952

Friday's lunch record is the collection of early R&B on Atlantic records. This collection is vol.1 of seven presented in this 7 volume series. This is a double gate fold album. Todays listen is sides 3&4. The tracks are from 1950-52 featuring Stick McGhee, The Clovers, The Cardinals, The Clovers, Joe Turner, Willis Jackson, Ruth Brown and Ray Charles. The YouTube sample song is "Gator's Groove" (Willis Jackson) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A168HtEGiz8 . . bucko

Houston Person, Sweet Buns & Barbeque (1973)

Houston Person, Sweet Buns & Barbeque (1973)

Thursday's lunch record is by the tenor saxophonist Houston Person. This early 70's album is steeped in a soul flavored funk jazz sauce. He is joined by outstanding musicians. Richard Tee (organ, piano), Joe Beck (guitar), Ron Carter (bass), Grady Tate (drums) plus many others. They cover Leon Russell's "A Song For You" & "This Masquerade" and Joe Sample's "Put It Where You Want It" along with a couple tracks Houston Person composed. The YouTube sample song is "Groove Thang" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2GXg9rr3Co . . bucko

The Impressions, People Get Ready (1965)

The Impressions, People Get Ready (1965)

Wednesday's lunch record is The Impressions. This their second album on ABC Paramount and featured their hit song "People Get Ready. All the material is written and performed  by Curtis Mayfield. He is joined on vocal with Samuel Gooden and Fred Cash. Their gentle harmonious blend of voices is welcomed by music lovers. The YouTube sample song is "You Must Believe Me" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-opy4QIBPE . . bucko
 

Various, J.B. Summers And The Blues Shouters (1989) r. 1949-1952

Various, J.B. Summers And The Blues Shouters (1989) r. 1949-1952

Tuesday's lunch record is a collection of early jump blues from the Gotham record label. This reissue album is on the Krazy Kat label from London. A great assortment of blues shouters and talented musicians. J.B Summers presents tracks recorded with Tiny Grimes, Doc Bagby, Eddie Woodland Orchestras. Jimmy Rushing with Count Basie has a track, Harry Crafton, Danny Turner, Lloyd 'Fat Man Smith' with Frank Motleys orchestra and Gay Crosse. The YouTube sample song is "Drinking Beer" (J.B. Summers-Tiny Grimes 1949) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYMca52bhkQ . . bucko

Huey Piano & Frank Motley (1963) r.1958-60s)

Huey Piano & Frank Motley (1963) r.1958-60s)

Monday's lunch record is Huey 'Piano' Smith. This is a reissue album on Grand Prix records which is part of the Pickwick label. One side is four songs by Huey Smith his huge rock hit " Rocking Pneumonia" along with "Don't You Just Know It". "Barbara" and "Turn Me On". Side two is six tracks by Frank Motley with his swinging jazz band blowin' and screamin'. The YouTube sample song is "Three Blind Mice" (Frank Motley) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNWH0jcktN8 . . bucko

Various, Atlantic Rhythm And Blues Vol. 1 1947-1952 (1985)

Various, Atlantic Rhythm And Blues Vol. 1 1947-1952  (1985)

Friday's lunch record is the compilation of early Atlantic recordings. This album is volume 1of 7 in the rhythm & blues series. These are great selection of the hot music that turned the music industry hoppin' and jumpin'. This is a double gate-fold album and today's listen is sides one & two. The artists are Joe Morris, Tiny Grimes, Frank Culley, Stick McGhee, Ruth Brown, Professor, Harry Van Walls. The sample song is "The Applejack" (Joe Morris 1948) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfxR5EAGiXo . . bucko