Little Walter, I Hate To See You Go (1969) r. 1952-1960

Thursday's lunch record is "Little Walter, I Hate To See You Go" (1969) r. 1952-1960. This signature blues album contains some of the most significant blues recordings to ever come out of Chicago. Little Walter was the pioneer of the blues harp. It is felt he was the first to amplify the harp by blowing directly into a microphone. This makes the list of one of those desert island records. The YouTube sample song from this album is "I Had My Fun"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3xklwNyqIQ . . . . bucko

The Dells, Rockin' On Bandstand (1983) r.1955-1961

Wednesday's lunch record is " The Dells, Rockin' On Bandstand'(1983) r.1955-1961. This is a compilation of songs they recorded in the mid fifties. A spirited Doo-Wop rythm & blues rockin band. Great vocal arrangements along with that driving big beat. The YouTube sample song is "Jo Jo" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_qebm9JL3c . . . . .bucko

The Charlie Daniels Band, Fire On The Mountain (1974)

Tuesday's lunch record is "The Charlie Daniels Band, Fire On The Mountain" (1974). Seven of the nine soongs on this album were recorded in the studio. The last two songs are live recordings from the war memorial in Nashville TN. in 1974. THis is high quality southern rock or country rock. Charlie sings, plays guitar or the fiddle. The YouTube sample song is "The South Is Gonna Do It"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXT2sbi2B-8 . . . . . bucko

Count Basie, And His Orchestra 1945 1946 (1985)

Monday's lunch record is "Count Basie, And His Orchestra" 1945 1946 (1985). This reissue album is from a french company. These are live recordings of big band swing jazz. The bands have many popular jazz musicians, Illinois JacQuet, Buddy Tate, Preston Love (saxes), Snooky Young, Harry Edison (trumpet), Freddy Green (guitar), Jo Jones or Buddy Rich (drums), Walyer Page (bass). The YouTube sample song from this album is "Wild Bill's Boogie" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8g9Nczz4zo . . . . bucko

Little Walter Jacobs, Southern Feeling Vol. Two (1978) r. 1953-1963

Friday's lunch record is "Little Walter Jacobs, Southern Feeling Vol. Two" (1978) r. 1953-1963. A compilation of 15 unissued recordings of Little Walter.He had the touch of magic in the way he played the blues harp. Fortunate to spend many years in the Muddy Waters blues band. These he is backed ny Louis & Dave Meyers (guitar), Robert Lockwood (guitar), Willie Dixon (bass), Otis Span (piano), Fred Below Drums. There is many others that are on tracks in this album. This is Chicago Blues by the best. The YouTube sample song is "Fast Boogie"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vuKMxVkS24  . . . . bucko

Jackie Wilson, 14 Hits !1976) r. 1953-56

Thursday's lunch record is "Jackie Wilson, 14 Hits"  (1976) r. 1953-56. A nice compilation of Jackie's earlyest material . He became the lead singer for Billy Ward and the Dominoes after Clyde McPhatter left the group. He had numerous R & B hits while singing with this fun vocal group. The YouTube sample song is "Bobby Sox Baby"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M61aqvmlNf0 . . . . bucko

Devo, Q:Are We Not Men (1978)

Wednesday's lunch record is "Devo, Q:Are We Not Men" (1978). This album is new wave rock from a provocative band from Germany. This is their first album and they had sent promos to David Bowie and Iggy Pop in hopes they would back them by producing this album. They both were unable . The cover photo is norphed together pictures of Chi Chi Rodriguez the golfer and Presidents: Ford, Nixon, Kennedy and Johnson.This is exciting music and their stage show was futuristic entertainment. The YouTube sample song is "Satisfacttion"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jadvt7CbH1o . . . . .bucko

Count Basie (1965)

Tuesday's lunch record is "Count Basie"  (1965). This reissue compilation on MGM's Metro label is an excellent collection of Counts big bands offerings. It is a jazz swing-fest with his tight rythm section backed by many of the best musicians of their day. Frank Foster (sax), Joe Newman (sax) along with many others. This intense swinging large jazz band is at it's best on this album. The YouTube sample song is " Softly With Feeling"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUdQCh2CNG4 . . . . .bucko

Lonnie Johnson, Tomorrow Night (1976) r. 1948-1958

Monday's lunch record is "Lonnie Johnson, Tomorrow Night" (1976)/ This is a reissue album of tracks Lonnie cut for the King label. Late 40's through the mid 1950's. Wonderful vocal and acoustic guitar blues. A very enjoyable album to listen to. The YouTube sample song is "Tomorrow Night"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsBWAR_RjE4   . . . . . bucko

The Dominoes, 21 Hits (1976 r.1952-60

Friday's lunch record is "The Dominoes, 21 Hits" (1976 r.1952-60. This fabulous compilation of Billy Ward and the Dominoes covers their golden years of 1952-60. This is top shelf vocal group harmony that drives that rockin' beat. The lead vocalist are Clyde McPhatter fronting the group then Jackie Wilson ttook the helm as lead vocalist. Each of these moved on to monster solo careers. The YouTube sample song is "My Baby's 3-D" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY5_db5M6Lw . . . . . . bucko

Les Dudek, Say No More (1977)

Thursday's lunch record is "Les Dudek, Say No More" (1977). This album is a nice blend of commercial rock, pop with a funky overtone. Excellent guitar and bass playing spiph up this late seventies music. Well done horn arrangements complement the tracks. Another example of a fine musician that isn't a vocalist. It is a pleasant funky rocker that  is a fun listen. The YouTube sample song is"Whats It Gonna Be" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiXLGphWLrU . . . . . . . bucko

John Coltrane Featuring Pharoah Sanders, Live in Seatle (1965) / 1971

Wednesday's lunch record is "John Coltrane Featuring Pharoah Sanders, Live in Seatle"  (1965) /1971. This is a doulble live album. Recorded live in Seatle in 1965 not released until 1971 after John's death. Coltrane andd Pharoah share the spotlight on the sax. McCoy Tyner on piano, Jimmy Garrison on bass and Elvin Jones on drums. The musical journey is atonal and very progressively expeerimenta, I honestly don't gey alot of this new expression. The YouTube sample from this album is "Out Of This World" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTz030Fa3Qg . . . . . bucko 

Albert King. Travelin' To Califorrnia (1976) r. 1962

Tuesday's lunch record was "Albert King. Travelin' To Califorrnia" (1976) r. 1962. This is a super reissue album of the classic King album released in 1962. Excellent blues and rythm & blues tracks. Alberts singing and guitar playing excels. Fun is spelled in capital letters listening to this prime blues album. The YouTube sample song is "Ooh- EE-Baby"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dof0s4qp7pw . . . . bucko

The Drifters, Their Greatest Hits - The Early Years (1971)

Monday's lunch record is "The Drifters, Their Greatest Hits - The Early Years" (1971). This compelling rocking compilation focususes on hits from 1953-1959. This pristine rock vocal group featured the stunning lead vocals of Clyde McPhatter previosly of the Dominoes. They quickly became the top R&B favorite of juke box listeners and radio airplay. The YouTube sample song is "Ruby Baby" from 1955.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wurbb6fJ5xA . . . . . .bucko

Tiny Bradshaw, (1956)

Friday's lunch record is "Tiny Bradshaw,  (1956). This long playing album is the latest addition to my collection.It is an ultra rare album.This copy is in poor condition but still plays. Tiny led a powerhouse big band  that was jumpy, bouncy and played super sharp Rythm and Blues. The tenors sax was played by Red Prysock  and then Sil Austin. The no-holds barred rockin' was contagious  setting auddiences into a wild frenzy.  The YouTube sample song is "Heavy Juice"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf79KkukB5A . . . . blow Red, blow . . . . bucko

The Dynamics With Jimmy Hanna (1964)

Thursday's lunch record is "The Dynamics With Jimmy Hanna.  (1964) This early rock and roll group which I stumbled onto finding this album for 50 cents many years ago. It is an interesting listen? A lot of popular songs of the period. The YouTube sample is "Busybody" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxtNrE5bOSo . . . . bucko.

John Coltrane, Transitions (1965)

Wednesday's lunch record is "John Coltrane, Transitions" (1965). A fascinating exploration of new forms of jazz from the creative musical imagination of Tranes' vision. This is the new avenue of the musical expressions that filled him. On this album he is joined by McCoy Turner on piano, Jimmy Garrison on bass and Elvin Jones on drums. These performances are one of the singular odysseys in jazz history. The YouTube sample track is "Dear Lord"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKfMy4FR_EY . . . . bucko

Albert King, Live Wire Blues Power (1968)

Tuesday's lunch record is "Albert King, Live Wire Blues Power" (1968). This is a live album recorded at Fillmore auditorium in the summer of 68'. Being live it is charged with excitement and power. This is blues and rythm performed with energy, soul and feeling. The YouTube sample song is "Please Love Me" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3MZPKZMDrc&list=PLFA6C5561AB7FE2A9 . . . .bucko

Floyd Dixon, Houston Jump (1979) r.1947-60

Monday's lunch record is "Floyd Dixon, Houston Jump" (1979) r.1947-60. This is a super compilation of some of Floyd's jump blues. He speent time playing the piano and singing. He recorded for Modern. Aladin then Specialty records in Los Angeles then moved to Atlantic records. This is rowdy raunchy and a bit risque very typical of the times. The YouTube sample song is"Tired, Broke And Busted" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ws252OjEpc.  . . . . . . bucko

The Grateful Dead, Historic Dead

Friday's lunch record was "The Grateful Dead, Historic Dead" (1971 r.1966. This album was recorded at the Avalon Ballroom in early 1966, San Fransico. Being a live concert it is the typical long jams on two of the three songs presented. The jam songs which are rooted in their blues material. "Good Morning Little Schoolgirl", "Same Thing". The third song is "Stealin'" which is the YouTube sample song from the album. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhvDit2fbG4 . . . . . bucko

John Coltrane, Giant Steps (1960)

Thursday's lunch record is "John Coltrane, Giant Steps" (1960). Without a doubt one of the all time best hazz albums to be recorded. Trane has Tommy Flanagan on piano, Paul Chambers on bass and Art Taylor on drums. Every song is killer material, please go on and don't end. The YouTube sample from this album is "Spiral" . . . . . bucko

Albert King, King Of The Blues Guitar (1969)

Wednesday's lunch record is "Albert King, King Of The Blues Guitar" (1969). High quality blues album recorded at Stax Records. That rich full Stax sound fills the grooves of this record. It sounds like many of the studio musicians are contributing to theses tracks. Songs include "Crosscut Saw", "Funk-Shun, "Cold Feet" ,"Born Under a Bad Sign" along with others. The YouTube sample song is "Overall Juntion"  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Vcn25Q1Dsk . . . . . . . bucko

Larry Darnell, I'll Get Along Somehow (1981) r. 1949-1957

Tuesday's lunch record is "Larry Darnell, I'll Get Along Somehow" (1981) r. 1949-1957. This is a wonderful compilation of one of the finest jump blues singers during the fifties. Larry Darnell had a powerful and passionate voice usually backed by the slick big band of Paul Geyton. He had numerous successful hit records and was known as "Mr. Heart & Soul". He helped set the table of what was being called rock and roll and he did it with elegance, graceful singing his good looks and awesome stage presence. The YouTube sample song from this album is "I'll Get Along Somehow" (1949) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RynLj991WpI . . . . . bucko . .