Roy Brown, Good Rocking Tonight (1978) r. 1947-1954



Roy Brown, Good Rocking Tonight (1978) r. 1947-1954

Friday's lunch record is the classic rhythm & blues of Roy Brown. These tracks were the foundation building blocks of what would become rock & roll. In the late 40's and early 50's it was jump-blues. Roy was thee premiere blues shouter that set the crowds wild. The YouTube sample song is "Black Diamond" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfCTmHdUp_M . . . bucko

Tops In Pops, All The Latest Hit Recordings (1957)



Tops In Pops, All The Latest Hit Recordings (1957)

Thursday's lunch record is the fun Rock&Roll budget album "Tops In Pops". The tracks are listed on the front of the album typed on a small little card printed over the stock photo. Studio musicians recorded versions of the 12 titles on this disc. Some songs are "Chantilly lace", "Donna", Queen Of The Hop", "Beep Beep", Tears Om My Pillow", "Tom Dooley" and others. The price sticker is still on the back of the jacket. S.S. Kresge Co.  .88 cents. There is no tracks of this album on YouTube so no sample.  . . bucko

Bobby Womack, Lookin' For A Love Again (1972)



Bobby Womack, Lookin' For A Love Again (1972)

Wednesday's lunch record is the  funky soul classic by Bobby Womack. Bobby is a tremendous creative guitar player soulful singer and writer.  The title song was recorded by the J. Geils band who had a solid hit with it. The YouTube sample song is "Let It Hang Out" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOhLBOjfP5E . . . bucko

Albert Collins, Truckin' With (1969)



Albert Collins, Truckin' With (1969)

Tuesday's lunch record is the blues of Albert Collins the Truckin'. This album includes many of his blistering trade mark songs. There is "Frosty", "Hot And Cold", "Don't Lose Your Cool", "Sno Cone II" and many more. His hot stabbing guitar style will thaw out any blues lover. The YouTube sample song is "Shiver & Shake" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ek8pzaf84E . . . bucko

Memorial Day 2014 - Closed - No Lunch Record Today



Memorial Day 2014 - Closed - No Lunch Record Today



Roy Brown,Laughing But Crying (1977) r.1947-59



Roy Brown,Laughing But Crying (1977) r.1947-59

Friday's lunch record is the jump blues of blues shouter Roy Brown. These are a collection of many of the rare sides he cut for King, Federal or Imperial records. This was during the hot post war period. These are the deep roots to laying the foundation for rock & roll. Roy's singing influenced many generations of blues singers. The YouTube sample song is "Up Jumped The Devil" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPuWpgRkI04 . . . bucko   

The Blazers, Ten Big Hits In Hi-Fidelity (1958)



The Blazers, Ten Big Hits In Hi-Fidelity (1958)

Thursday's lunch record is Rock And Roll. This album is one of those budget albums on Harmony Records pounding the rock to get a slice of the mania  money with the new teen craze. Middle of the road renditions of popular current rock songs. "The Stroll", Raunchy", "Get A Job", "Slow Walk". "Walkin' With Mr. Lee" and others. The YouTube sample song is "Short Shorts" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpU_6E694Hs . . . bucko

Bobby Womack, Understanding (1972)




Bobby Womack, Understanding (1972)

Wednesday's lunch is treated to the soulful sounds of Bobby Womack. His strength with his cutting smooth baritone voice sets the R&B world ablaze, This album was recorded at Muscle Shoals and American Sound. This album has an appeal that is lasting. Many songs that hit the charts, Woman Gottta Have It and Ruby Dean. The YouTube sample song is "Simple Man" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6-SQ6mwHp0 . . . bucko

Albert Collins, There's Gotta Be A Change (1971)



Albert Collins, There's Gotta Be A Change (1971)

Tuesday's lunch record is the  blues of Albert Collins. The Texas Master of the Telecaster with his unique distinctive guitar sticking and tugging style of  playing, This album came out on Tumbleweed Records Albert's band on this album comprises a full horn section along with his usual solid rhythm section. The YouTube sample song is "I Gotta Mind To Travel" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XMhYN-VYdw . . . bucko

Roy Brown, Hard Times - The Classic Blues Of Roy Brown (1973)




Roy Brown, Hard Times - The Classic Blues Of Roy Brown (1973)

Monday's lunch record is the blues of Roy Brown. This album is one of his last recorded on 1968. His distinctive crying style is well used singing his blues to express his soul in his  songs. The guitars are handled by Mel Brown and Charles Wright, Carol Kaye on Fender bass, Abe Mills on drums, their is a full horn section present. The YouTube sample song is " New Orleans Woman" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQdLxeH3nqY . . . bucko

KIMN Classics Vol.1 (1967)




KIMN Classics Vol.1 (1967)

Friday's lunch record is a collection of 21 hits songs that were radio favorites in the mid 1960's that were played on the rock radio station KMIN radio in Denver Colorado. Songs include "Along Comes Mary" (Association), Western Union (Five Americans), That Acapulco Gold (Rainy Days), "Pashing Too Hard(The Seeds), "Hey Joe (The Leaves), "Gloria (Them), "Summer In The City" (Lovin' Spoonful), "little Girl"(Syndicate Of Sound) plus many more. The YouTube sample song is "Psychotic Reaction" (Count Five) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBTT3VPriV8 . . . bucko

Bobby Womack, Pieces (1978)



Bobby Womack, Pieces (1978)

Thursday's lunch record is the funk/soul of Bobby Womack. This album came out in 1978 during the hey days of the Disco era. Bobby Womack was influenced by the current trend in the music scene and it crept into many of his songs. Full orchestration  and outstanding musicians contribute to this timely piece of music.  His singing is strong as usual and the soul and rhythm  is moving. The YouTube sample song is "It's Party Time" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtQ59LLQok4 . . . bucko

The James Cotton Band, 100% Cotton (1974)



The James Cotton Band, 100% Cotton (1974)

Wednesday's lunch record is the blues of James Cotton. This is a high energy approach to blues it is charged with a driving up-tempo funky flavor. Powerful bass by Charles Calmese, strong drumming by Kenny Johnson, Matt Murphy on guitar, Little Bo on sax, Phil Jekankowski on piano. This album is on Buddah Records. The YouTube sample song "Rocket 88" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtxqOOgSbVI . . . bucko

]. T. Brown, Windy City Boogie (1977) r.1950's



]. T. Brown, Windy City Boogie (1977) r.1950's

Tuesday's lunch record is the great Chicago sax bluesman. These recordings were cut as singles between 1950-1960. This record is released on Pearl records. A great assembly of musicians are on these tracks. Little Brother Montgomery, Layfayette Leake  (piano), Jump Jackson, Fred Below (drums).Ransom Knowling, Willie Dixon (bass), Lee Cooper (guitar). The YouTube sample song is "Windy City Boogie" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6yaC35OGJU . . . bucko

Amboy Dukes, Marriage On The Rocks - Rock Bottom (1969)




Amboy Dukes, Marriage On The Rocks -  Rock Bottom (1969)
 

Monday's lunch record is the hard rock album be Ted Nugent and Amboy Dukes. This was their fourth album and the first one on Polydor Records. The YouTube sample song is "Children Of The Woods" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXk5YVuLmxc . . . bucko

Bobby Womack, Home Is Where The Heart Is (1976)



Bobby Womack, Home Is Where The Heart Is (1976)

Friday's lunch record is the soul-funk mid seventies gem by Bobby Womack. This is a sophisticated new version of R&B.  His raw gravely voice is right at home as he sings with passion and sincerity.  Half of the songs are recorded in Los Angeles the others in Muscle Shoals. High quality recording on Columbia Records. The YouTube sample song is "A Little Bit Salty" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SbP6uzUY78 . . . . bucko

Albert Collins, Love Can Be Found Anywhere (Even In A Guitar) (1968)




Albert Collins, Love Can Be Found Anywhere (Even In A Guitar) (1968)

Thursday's lunch record is the cutting blues of Albert Collins. The Texas bluesman with guitars slung over his right shoulder developed his own twangy staccato biting style in his blues expressions. His tight band swings into action with many of his own compositions like "Do The Sissy", "Got A Good Thing Goin'", :Watcha Say (I Don't Know) and (Left Overs). The YouTube sample song is "Doin' My Thing" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8babPd_cLg . . . bucko

Young Hearts, Sweet Soul Shakin' (1968)



Young Hearts, Sweet Soul Shakin' (1968)

Wednesday's lunch record is the soul styling's of the Young Hearts. This vocal group has made a big splash in the soul R&B industry. They spent time on the circuit on stage with acts like Smokey Robinson, David Rufin and Stevie Wonder. The title song was a favorable hit "Sweet Soul Shakin'". The YouTube sample song is "Get Yourself Together "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewgbyaXUCSs . . . buccko

The James Cotton Blues Band, Pure Cotton (1968)



The James Cotton Blues Band, Pure Cotton (1968)

Tuesday's lunch record is a the solid blues of the harmonica playin'  blues man James Cotton. He is joined by Luther Tucker (guitar), Alberto Gianquinto (Keyboards),Robert Anderson (bass) and Francis Clay (drums). This album was recorded on Verve records. The sample YouTube song is "Fallin' Rain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7kLcXfdYcQ . . . . bucko

Rock 'N' Roll Hits Of The 50's, Richard Berry And The Dreamers (1970) r.1955




Rock 'N' Roll Hits Of The 50's, Richard Berry And The Dreamers

Monday's lunch record is jumpin' R&B platter being billed as rock & roll. This is a reissue album of tracks on Modern Records from 1955. This is on United Superior budget label (1970?). Greata music on a low grade pressing, The YouTube sample song is "Daddy Daddy" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtT-Icm_NAQ . . . bucko

The Animals, Animalization (1966)



The Animals, Animalization (1966)

Friday's lunch record is the Animals. The fourth American album for these British rockers. The invasion was still on full throttle and their fans were loving it. A big helping of their renditions of R&B greats. Songs include See See Rider, Sweet Little Sixteen, I Put A Spell On You,  Don't Bring Me Down, Inside Looking Out and others. The YouTube Sample song is "Maudie" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCdoMUoCtAw  . . . . bucko

The Cannonball Adderley Quintet, Country Preacher (1970)




The Cannonball Adderley Quintet, Country Preacher (1970)

Thursday's lunch record  is an interesting soul, jazz live recording at a breakfast in Chicago for Operation Breadbasket. The announcer is Rev. Jesse Jackson. Adderley (tenor sax), Walter Booker (bass), Nat Adderley (coronet), Joe Zawinul (keyboards), Roy McCurdy (drums). This event highlighted a spirit of progress. The YouTube sample song is "Country Preacher" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwvWKcNE0cI . . . bucko