Johnny 'Big Moose' Walker, Rambling Woman (1969)

Johnny 'Big Moose' Walker, Rambling Woman (1969)

Friday's lunch record is a blues album by Johnny 'Big Moose Walker'. The album Rambling Woman was released in 1969 on the Blues Way record label of ABC records. The personnel is; Johnny 'Big Moose' Walker (piano, organ, vocals), Earl Hooker (guitar), Otis Hale (tenor sax), Chester (Gino) Skaggs (Fender bass), "Paul Humphrey (drums). The songs are; "Footrace", "The Sky Is Crying", Rambling Woman", "Moose Huntin' ", "Chicken Shack", "Leave Me Lone', "Baby Talk", "would You Baby", "Rock Me Mama", "Moose Is On The Loose". The YouTube sample song is "Chicken Shack" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fE_rO5SrJO8 . . bucko

The Imperials, We Are The Imperials (1981) r. 1959

The Imperials, We Are The Imperials (1981) r. 1959

Thursday's lunch record is by The Imperials featuring Little Anthony. This reissue album was released in 1981 on Roulette records. The original 1959 album was released on END records. This vocal soul group had a strong stage show with their songs. The songs are; "Tears On My Pillow", "Over The Rainbow", "So Much", "The Diary", "Oh Yeah", "Love Is A Many Splendid Thing", "When You Wish Upon A Star", "Wishful Thinking", "Cha Cha Henry", "Traveling Stranger", "What Did I Do", "Two People In The World". The YouTube sample song is "Cha Cha Henry" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tXW6LD4iMM . . bucko

1959

Pablo Cruise, A Place In The Sun (1977)

Pablo Cruise, A Place In The Sun (1977)

Wednesday's lunch record is a soft rock pop album by Pablo Cruise. This 1977 release is on AM records. They had a small hit with the song Watcha Gonna Do?. The songs included are; "A Place In The Sun", "Watcha Gonna Do?", "Raging Fire", "I Just Wanna Believe", "Tonight My Love", "Can't You Hear The Music?", "Never Had A Love", "Atlanta June", "El Verano". The YouTube sample song is "Watcha Gonna Do?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPWqe7l6JK8 . . bucko

Pablo Cruise

Grant Green, Shades Of Green (1971)



Grant Green, Shades Of Green (1971)

Tuesday's lunch record is a jazz album by guitarist Grant Green. This 1971 album was released on Blue Note records in 1972. It features Grant Green (guitar), Emanuel Riggins (electric piano), Wilton Felder (electric bass), Stix Hooper (drums), Jimmy Sediar (trumpet), Dick Hickson (trombone), Billy Wooten (vibraphone) along with  others. The songs are "James Brown Medley", Sunset, Sunset", "Never My Love", "Got To Be There", "California Green", "If You Really Love Me", "Cast Your Fate To The Wind", "In The Middle". The YouTube sample song is "In The Middle" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1tqIBjdFUw . . bucko

Josh White, A Josh White Program (1954)

Josh White, A Josh White Program (1954)

 Monday's lunch record is an early country delta blues album by Josh White. This 1954 album was released on London records. It features the guitar playing and singing of Josh White. The songs are "I'm Gonna Move To The Outskirts of Town", "The Lass With The Delicate Air", "He Never Said A Mumblin' Word", "Apples Peaches And Cherries", "Barbara Allen", "Waltzing Matilda", "Lonesome Road". "Call Me Darling", "Molly Malone", "Take A Gal Like You", "Like A Natural Man". The YouTube sample song is "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsn5kMH6Xw8 . . bucko

Wanda Jackson, Rockin' With Wanda! (1960)

Wanda Jackson, Rockin' With Wanda! (1960)

 Friday's lunch record is a Rockabilly album by Wanda Jackson. This 1960 release is on Capitol records Star Line label. She does covers of many early Rock N' Roll, R&B songs in her swingin' country style. The songs are; "Rock Your Baby", "Fujiyama Mam", "You're The One For Me", "Did You Miss Me?", "Honey Bop", "Hot Dog! That Made Me Mad", "Baby Loves", "Mean Mean Man", "You've Turned To A Stranger","Don'a Wan'a", "I Gotta Know". The YouTube sample song is "I Gotta Know" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rEqu3vgmqA . . bucko 

Quicksilver Messenger Service, Shady Grove (1969)

Quicksilver Messenger Service, Shady Grove (1969)

Thursday's lunch record is a psychedelic rock gate-fold  album by Quicksilver Messenger Service. The Shady Grove album was recorded in San Francisco and released in 1969 on Capitol records. The personnel is; John Capolinna (Guitar, vocal), Nicky Hopkins (Piano, organ, harpsichord), David Freiberg (bass, vocals) Greg Elmore (drums). The songs are; "Shady Grove", "Flute Song", "3 Or 4 Feet From Home", "Too Far", "Holy Moly", "Joseph's Coat", "Flashing Lonesome", "Words Can't Say", "Edward (The Mad Shirt Grinder)". The YouTube sample song is "Edward The Mad Shirt Grinder" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR7BRaSGw30 . . bucko

Lionel Hampton All Stars, Stardust (1962) r. 1947

Lionel Hampton All Stars, Stardust (1962) r. 1947

Wednesday's lunch record is a reissue album by Lionel Hampton. This album was released in 1962 on Decca records. The recordings are from a live 1947 jazz concert  in Pasadena California. The personnel is; Lionel Hampton (vibes), Barney Kessel (guitar), Willie Smith (alto sax), Ricky Corcoran (tenor sax), Charlie Shavers (trumpet), Tommy Todd (piano), Slam Stewart (bass), Lee Young (drums).  Songs include "Stardust" (H. Carmichael), "One O'clock Jump" (Count Basie), The Man I Love" G. Gershwin), "Oh Lady Be Good (Gershwin). The YouTube sample song is "Oh, Lady Be Good" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7NzCOoxSwQ . . bucko

Jimmy Witherspoon, Goin' To Kansas City (1975) r. 1957

Jimmy Witherspoon, Goin' To Kansas City (1975) r. 1957

Tuesday's lunch record is a reissue album of bluesman Jimmy Witherspoon's first album. This reissue was released in 1975 on RCA records. The original album was released in 1957. Jimmy Witherspoon vocals he is backed up by Jay McShann and his band. These early Kansas City blues songs are; "Jumpin' The Blues", "Until The Real Thing Comes Along", "Hootie Blues", "Rain Is Such A Lonesome Sound", "Confessin' The Blues", "Piney Brown Blues", "Foggy Bottom", "Gee Baby, Ain't I Good To You", "Blue Monday Blues", "Ooo Wee, When The Lights Go Out". The YouTube sample song is "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PfhUb67fCg  . . bucko

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Louis Jordan And His Tympany Five, Some Other Stuff Vol. 4 (1977)



Louis Jordan And His Tympany Five, Some Other Stuff Vol. 4 (1977) r.1946-1951

Monday's lunch record is a French reissue album of early rhythm  recordings by Louis Jordan showcase his fun energy packed show. This album was released in 1977 by MCA records, Louis on alto saxophone , vocals and band leader. The songs are "Reconversion Blues". "Ain't That Just Like A Woman", "No Sale", "All For The Love Of Lil", "Sure Had A Wonderful Time", "Daddy O", "You Broke Your Promise", "Onion", "I Want A Roof Over My Head", "Psycho Loco", "Chartuese", "Trouble Than Satisfaction", "Never Trust A Woman". The YouTube sample song is "Lay Something On The Bar"  (1951)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHYgZ9i2fOU . . bucko

Passport, Doldinger (1972)

Passport, Doldinger (1972)

Friday's lunch record is by a progressive German tock band Passport. The Doldinger album was released in 1972 on the Reprise record label of Warner Bros. recordings.
The band consists of Klaus Doldinger (sax, moog synthesizer, electric piano), John Mealing (organ, electric poano), Wolfgang Schmid (electric guitar, bass), Bryan Spring (drums). The songs are; "Mandragora", "Nexus", "Get Yourself A Second Passport", "Lemuria's Dance", "Horizon Beyond", "The Cat From Katmandu". The YouTube sample song is "The Cat From Katmandu" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT3_lZqYB_k . . bucko

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Lionel Hampton, Crazy Hamp (1954)

Lionel Hampton, Crazy Hamp (1954)

 Thursday's lunch record is an early 10" LP album by jazz / swing man Lionel Hampton. This album was released in 1954 on the EmArcy record label. The personnel is; Lionel Hampton (vibes, drums). Milton Mezzrow (clarinet),  André Persiany (piano), Buddy Banks (bass). The songs are; "Crazy Hamp", "Mezz And The Hamp", "Serenade To Nicole's Mink Coat", "Elmar The Stock Broker". The YouTube song is "Mezz And The Hamp" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoDPhK-w09U . . bucko






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Sonny Boy Williamson, One Way Out (1975) r. 1955-1961

Sonny Boy Williamson, One Way Out (1975) r. 1955-1961

Wednesday's lunch record is by Chicago bluesman Sonny Boy Williamson. This is a reissue album of his early Chess recordings. The No Way Out album was released in 1975 by GRT corp. The recordings are from 1955 - 1961. It features Sony Boy on vocals, harmonica with many blues musicians Luther Tucker, Robert Lockwood (guitar), Willie Dixon (bass), Otis Span (piano), Fred Below (drums). Songs include; "Born Blind", "Work With Me", "Don't Lose Your Eye", "Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide", "One Way Out"  along with others. The YouTube sample song is "One Way Out" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxpNbdRKSCk . . bucko

Louis Jordan, Man Were Wailin' (1975) r. 1958

Louis Jordan, Man Were Wailin' (1975) r. 1958

Tuesday's lunch record is a reissue album of saxophonist, showman Louis Jordan. This 1975 reissue is on the Trip label of Springboard records. The original album was released on Mercury records in 1958. These rockin' Night Fish Fry", "Sunday", "The Nearness Of You", "I've Found My Peace Of mind", "Got My Mo-Jo Working", "A Man Ain't A Man", "The Slpo", "Sweet Lorraine", "Route 66", "The Jamf", "I Hadn't Anyone Till You". The YouTube sample song is " Sweet Lorraine" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oO-lsQZ3Pzg . . bucko 



Louis Jordan

1958 album on Mercury

Quicksilver Messenger Service, Quicksilver Messenger Service (1968)

Quicksilver Messenger Service, Quicksilver Messenger Service (1968)

 Monday's lunch record is the debut album by the psychedelic rock band Quicksilver Messenger Service. This 1968 album was released on Capitol records. The personnel is David Frieberg (bass, vocals), John Capolenna (lead guitar), Gary Duncan (guitar, vocals), Greg Elmore (drums). Songs are; "Pride Of Man". "Light Your Windows", ""Dino's Song", "Gold And Silver", "It's Been Too Long", " The Fool". The YouTube sample song is "Gold And Silver" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGOOF_QnhwQ . . bucko

Claude Hopkins & His Orchestra 1935-6 r.1970

Claude Hopkins & His Orchestra 1935-6  r.1970

Friday's lunch record is a  reissue album of Claude Hopkins orchestra. These recordings are from 1935 & 1936. This 1970 budget album is on the Alamac record  label. This was a successful black orchestsra during the depression. Songs include "Truckin' ", "Minor Mania", Washington Squabble", "Swingin' And Jivin' ", Farewell Blues" along with others. The YouTube sample song is "Swingin' And Jivin' " https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0G7U3GYoQU . . bucko

Juinior Wells, You're Tuff Enough (1968)

Juinior Wells, You're Tuff Enough (1968)

 Thursday's lunch record is a Chicago blues/soul album by Junior Wells. This Tuff Enough album was  released in 1968 on the Blue Rock label of Mercury records. Junior Wells on harmonica and vocals. Sammy Lawhorn on guitar. The songs are "You're Tuff Enough", "It's All Soul", "Gonna Cramp Your Style", "Where Did I Go Wrong?", "That'll Hold Me", "Sweet Darling Think It Over", "Up In Heah", "You're The One", "You Ought To Quit That", "Messing With The Kid", "The Hippies Are Trying", "Junior's Groove". The YouTube sample song is "It's All Soul" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrgFLunrWpY . . bucko

Louis Jordan - His Tympany 5, Go Blow Your Horn Jazz Gems (1982) r. 1957

Louis Jordan - His Tympany 5, Go Blow Your Horn Jazz Gems (1982) r. 1957

Wednesday's lunch record is a reissue by Louis Jordan, This R&B jump blues album is on the French record label Pathe Marconi released in 1982. The original album was on Score records from 1957. Louis Jordan sax player singer, bandleader led his band the Tympany Five. Songs include: "Yeah, Yeah Baby", " Louis Blues", "I've Seen What You've Done", "Fat Back And Corn Likker", "Put Some Money In The Pot", "Gotta Go", "The Dipper". "Times A Passin' " "Whiskey Do Your Stuff", "It's Hard To Be Good", "Dollar Down". The YouTube sample song is "Fat Back And Corn Likker" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlDNugfc2-Y . . bucko

Quicksilver Messenger Service, Happy Trails (1969)

Quicksilver Messenger Service, Happy Trails (1969)

 Tuesday's lunch record is a rock album by Quicksilver Messenger Service. This Happy Trails album was their second album recorded in 1968 and released in 1969. The album is on Capitol records. The band had a psychedelic blues heavy jam rock approach in their songs. Songs include " Who Do You Love Parts 1 & 2", " When You Love", "Where You Love", "Mona", "Maiden Of The Cancer Moon", "Calvary", "Happy Trails". The YouTube sample song is "Who Do You Love" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDIkBtKOq1I . . bucko

Richard Groove Holmes, Night Glider (1973)

Richard Groove Holmes, Night Glider (1973)

Monday's lunch record is a jazz album by Richard Groove Holmes/ This Night Glider album was released in 1973 on Groove Merchant records. The personnel for this funk, bop jazz album are; Richard Groove Holmes (organ), Lloyd Davis (guitar), Horace Ott (electric piano), Garnett Brown (trombone), Selden Powell (tenor sax), Paul Martinez (bass), Bernard Purdie (drums), The songs include "Night Glider", "Flyjack", "It's Gonna Take Some Time", "Pure Cane Sugar", "Go Away Little Girl", "One Mint Julep", "Young And Foolish". The YouTube sample song is "Flyjack" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjhaxUDsUOc . . bucko