Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "Live" (1967)



Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "Live" (1967)

Monday's lunch record is this fun album on Motown's Soul label. Jr. Walker blasts that big tenor sax and takes the lead vocals. As in most live albums there is thee raw edge of excitement. He presents some of his hits "Shake And Fingerpop" by "Hank Ballard", "I'm A Roadrunner", "How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You", "Shotgun". The YouTube sample song "Cleo's Back" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYqNuAZ2U2U . . . bucko

The Butterfield Blues Band, Live (1970)



The Butterfield Blues Band, Live (1970)Add caption

Friday's lunch record is the killer blues of the Butterfield Blues Band. This is a double gate fold album. Today's listens are sides 1 & 4. Paul Butterfield on blues harmonica, piano and the blues singing.  He honed his skills in Chicago a disciple of the Muddy Waters influence. This live album on Elektra Records captures the power of his eight piece blues band highlighting the dynamic draw he achieved. This music signifies the great music of the rock festival era. The YouTube sample song is "Everything Is Going To Be Alright" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GG-CKr0HaKs . . bucko   

Ruth Brown And Her Rhythm Makers, Sweet Baby Of Mine (1979)



Ruth Brown And Her Rhythm Makers, Sweet Baby Of Mine (1979)

Thursday's lunch record is the collection of Ruth Brown recordings she made between 1949 and 1956. They are hot early rock & roll/ rhythm & blues. These are on the Atlantic label reissued on Route 66 of Mr. R&B Sales. There are 16 tracks: Love Me Baby, Its Raining, (Welcome Back) Someday, The Tears Keep Tumbling Down, If I Could I Would, & others. The YouTube sample song is "R.B. Blues" (1953)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALUVK2xqW9k . . . bucko

Young Holt Unlimited, Born Again (1971)



Young Holt Unlimited, Born Again (1971)

Wednesday's lunch record is a soul / jazz work by Eldee young (bass) and Redd Holt (drums). This album came during those unrestful times after Martin Luther King Jr. was killed and the Viet Nam war. Young and Holt previously members of the Ramsey Lewis Trio. On this album they are joined by Bobby Lyle on piano/organ, Kenneth Chaney electric piano or Marylean Holt on piano. The YouTube sample song is " Queen Of The Nile" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fcj1JHxq5fk . . bucko

Jr. Walker & The All Stars, Peace & Understanding Is Hard To Find (1973)



Jr. Walker & The All Stars, Peace & Understanding Is Hard To Find (1973)

Tuesday's lunch record is this R&B treat by Jr. Walker. Recoded on the Soul label of Motown Records. An early seventies soul showcase of his big sax sound covering several tunes. Carol Kings' "It's Too Late" and Johnny Nash's "I Can See Clearly Now".  Willie Hutch's "It's Alright, Do What You Gotta Do". His hot rockin' "Soul Clappin" is a highlight. The YouTube sample song "Gimme That Beat " https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPhs0PitZms . . . bucko

Howlin' Wolf, Chess Blues Masters Series (1976) r.1951-65



Howlin' Wolf, Chess Blues Masters Series (1976) r.1951-65

Monday's lunch record is the double album, a collection of Howlin' Wolf's Chess recordings. The listen today are sides 1 & 2. Songs include "Smokestack Lighting", "Forty Four", "Spoonful", "Little Red Rooster", "Louise", "Moanin' For My Baby", 'How Many More Years" and more. The YouTube sample song is "Down In The Bottom" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jv4yzTaiL4 . . bucko

Ruth Brown, Rockin' With Ruth (1984) r. 1950-59



Ruth Brown, Rockin' With Ruth (1984) r. 1950-59

Friday's lunch record is the fine collection of her early Atlantic recordings. She was a singer - songwriter  known as Queen of R&B. She brought a touch of class and pop to her hits. "So Long", "Teardrops From My Eyes" and "Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean". She can burn a torch and also set the audience rockin' with her jump numbers. The YouTube sample song is "5-10-15 Hours" from 1952 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcZxigLf3KU . . . bucko

Original Memphis Rock & Roll Vol. 1 (1970) r. 1956-1960



Original Memphis Rock & Roll Vol. 1 (1970)

Thursday's lunch record is this collection Rock & Roll on Sun Records. Singles that were recoded from 1956-1960. "Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On" (Jerry Lee Lewis), "Blue Suede Shoes (Carl Perkins), "Raunchy" (Bill Justis), "Red Hot" (Billy Lee Riley), "Ooby Dooby" (Roy Orbinson) along with others. The YouTube sample song is "Rock & Roll Ruby" (Warren Smith) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJPWENTVl5o . . . bucko

Stevie Wonder, Talking Book (1972)



Stevie Wonder, Talking Book (1972)



Wednesday's lunch record is "Talking Book". With this album Stevie really hit his creative stride. Two of the tracks "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" and "Superstition" hit #1 on the Hot Billboard chart.  Stevie's composed all the material, his keyboard playing and singing showcase his talent. The YouTube sample song is the funky "Maybe Your Baby" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ItPnIG6abg . . bucko

Howlin' Wolf, Evil (1969)



Howlin' Wolf, Evil (1969)

Tuesday's lunch record is the classic blues of Chester Burnett (Howlin' Wolf. This collection of his early recordings on Chess records (1951-1959). His dark brooding style is rhythmic, hypnotic and rooted in Mississippi blues. This compilation was originally issued as "Moanin' In the Moonlight on Chess(1965). Many of his songs have become standards in the blues scene. The YouTube sample song is "I Asked For Water" (1956) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUA9FUTieKA . . . bucko



Howlin' Wolf, Moanin' In The Moonlight (1965)



Nappy Brown, Something Gonna Jump Out The Bushes (!987)



Nappy Brown, Something Gonna Jump Out The Bushes (!987)

Monday's lunch record is the late eighties recording by Nappy Brown.  He joined by Earl King on guitar along with a cast of hot young musicians including a screaming horn section. They cover many great R&B songs like  "Have Mercy, Mercy Baby', and "My Jug And I". The YouTube sample song is "Some thing Gonna Junp Out The Bushes" by The Treniers - https://www.youtube.com/watch? .v=u-IXhtMWWJ4 . . . bucko

Top Teen Bands, Vol. 2 (1965)



Top Teen Bands, Vol. 2 (1965)

Friday's lunch record is a classic compilation from the Midwest. This is a collection of regional artists - bands. This is a slice of American Rock&Roll along with Rhythm & Blues during the mid 1960's. This is an example of the swinging rockin' sounds that lit up the airwaves and filled the clubs and ballrooms during the raucous turbulent sixties  in the Midwest. The YouTube sample song is "Whole Lotta Woman, Mojo Buford"  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfRc5X_oO5I . . . . bucko

Stevie Wonder, "Innervisions" (1973)



Stevie Wonder, Innervisions (1973)

Thursday's lunch record is the creative innovative album "Innervisions" by Stevie Wonder. It demonstrates his song writing talent along with his brilliant mastery of his musicianship. Some of his work includes "Higher Ground". "Living For The City", "Golden Lady" and others. The YouTube sample song is "Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing" https://www.youtube.com/watch? .  v=zywDiFdxopU . . . bucko

Carey Bell's Blues Harp (1969)



Carey Bell's Blues Harp (1969)

Wednesday's lunch record is the fine blues album by Carey Bell. Strong gritty west side Chicago style with a veterans flair in his take on the blues. Musicians on this tracks are Pinetop Perkins (piano), Jimmy Dawkins (guitar, Joe Harper (bass), Joe Williams (drums) along with others. The YouTube sample song is "Sad Dreams" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbXEfO21bMU . . . bucko

Nappy Brown, That Man (1979) r. 1954-61



Nappy Brown, That Man (1979) r. 1954-61

Tuesday's lunch record is the collection of Nappy Brown's recordings. This is tremendous Rhythm & Blues featuring his distinctive  singing with his li li-li-li-li incorporated into many of his songs. He had a huge hit with the "Right Time" made  popular by Ray Charles. "Don't be Angry" was a chart hit. Backing musicians include "Sam The Man Taylor" (sax), "Mickey Baker" (guitar), "Panama Francis" (drums) and many others. The YouTube sample song is "Don't Be Angry" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0WtPZ4uHno . . . . bucko 

Your Dance Party, Vol. 3 (1956)



Your Dance Party, Vol. 3 (1956)

Monday's lunch record is a dance compilation album released on Paris Records. This was a budget cheapo album for 49 cents. This as a music sampler album. There is two hot rockin' songs that were smoking jazz boogie records by Freddie Mitchell recorded in 1947than released under the Hen Gates. Other songs include Swan Lake, Skip to my Lu. This album is made for dancin'. The YouTube sample track is by Freddie Mitchell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDFW0jRIvLs . . . bucko

Stevie Wonder, Songs In The Key Of Life (1976)

Stevie Wonder, Songs In The Key Of Life (1976)

Friday's lunch record is sides 2&3 of this fine double album by Stevie Wonder. His talent along with his song writing ability is evident on every track of this monumental album. One of his monster hits "Isn't She Lovely" is on today's listens. The YouTube sample song is "Ordinary Pain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU0ClpWKqF8 . . . bucko

Albert Collins,Trash Talkin' (1969)



Albert Collins, Trash Talkin' (1969)

Thursday's lunch record is "Albert Collins, Trash Talkin' " (1969). There is plenty of the funky cutting blues that made Albert a huge success, He covers B.B. Kings "Rock Me Baby" and Jimmy Reed's "Baby What You Want Me To Do". As usual there are plenty of his originals on board. The YouTube sample song is "Back Yard Back-Talk" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_SmM1nFM-g . . .  bucko

Roy Brown, Hard Luck Blues (1976)



Roy Brown, Hard Luck Blues (1976)

Wednesday's lunch record is the hard rockin' blues of Roy Brown. This is a reissue collection of many of his recordings he cut for the King - Federal labels during the late 1940's through the  mid 1950's. There are the up-tempo jump blues and some of his cryin' blues. The YouTube sample song is "Boogie At Midnight" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr19fuyJqJg .. . . bucko

Stevie Wonder, Songs In The Key Of Life (1976)



Stevie Wonder, Songs In The Key Of Life (1976)

Tuesday's lunch record is one of the landmark albums of the 20th century. Todays listen is sides 1 & 4 of this double album. Besides being a best seller it also became #57 on Rolling Stones list of the top 500 albums of all time. The National recording registry at the library of congress added this album saying its contributions significant and aesthetic. The YouTube sample song  is " Contusion" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6T5q7BzpEe4 . . . bucko

Albert Collins, The Compleat (1970)




Albert Collins, The Compleat (1970)

Monday's lunch record is the blues of Albert Collins, His dynamic cutting guitar is unique and explosively driving. His tight group follows his stabbing reach and funk style making his Texas sound one of a kind. The YouTube sample song is "Jam It Up" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcfRASGItNU . . . bucko