The Originals, Naturally Together (1970)

The Originals, Naturally Together (1970)

Friday's lunch record is the album by The Originals. This was their first album and released on Motown Records. There are 12 tracks consisting  of soul - R&B, several covers including "Rainy Night In Georgia" and "Let It Be". The YouTube sample song is "I Wake Up Crying" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db94v80gc4E . . bucko

The Treniers, With Milt Trenier - You're Killing Me (1985) r. 1947-56

The Treniers, With Milt Trenier - You're Killing Me (1985) r. 1947-56

 Thursday's lunch record is the collections of songs by the Treniers. They were a high energy fast paced R&B show group. It featured the twins along with other brothers. This reissue album is on Dr. Horse a division of Mr. R&B Records. They were a main attraction in New York to Las Vegas along with hot spots across the country. 14 tracks on this album. The YouTube sample song is "Buzz Buzz Buzz" (1947) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_IARO-4Ars . . bucko

Various, Aladdin's Rock 'n Roll Sock Hop (1982)

Various, Aladdin's Rock 'n Roll Sock Hop (1982)

Wednesday's lunch record is this collection of rhythm & blues rockers that were from the Aladdin Record label recorded between 1949-1959. Artists include Shirley & Lee, Little Wilbur And the Pleasers, Calvin Boze, Gene & Eunice, Thurston Harris, Lee Allen, The Jivers,  Amos Milburn. These R&B tracks crossed over and were hailed as rock 'n roll and sold quite well. The YouTube sample song is "Good Time Sue" (1951)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IIo4EkRwnc . . . bucko

 

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Freddie Robinson, Off The Cuff (1973)

Freddie Robinson, Off The Cuff (1973)

 Tuesday's lunch record is this jazz-funk blues based album by Freddie Robinson. This is his second album recorded on Stax's subsidiary label Enterprise. Musicians include; Freddie Robinson (guitar),Wilton Felder (bass), Joe Sample (keyboards), Monk Higgins (electric piano), Harold Mason (drums), Red Holloway (tenor sax), Oscar Bohanen (trombone) and Delbert Hill (baritone sax). A few covers include "Rivers Invitation", "Georgia On My Mind". The YouTube sample song is " Smoking" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_HSbHKmAy4 . . bucko

Ohio Players, Observations In Time (1969)

Ohio Players, Observations In Time (1969)

Monday's lunch record is the soul of the Ohio Players. This album was recorded on Capitol records. This vocal soul and R&B group had many hits in the late 60's and throughout the 1970's,There are 12 tracks on this album. The YouTube sample song is "Cold, Cold, World" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bpK1xtO7DU . . bucko

The Teenagers Featuring Frankie Lymon (1956)

The Teenagers Featuring Frankie Lymon (1956)

Friday's lunch record the rock n' roll work of The Teenagers. A vocal group of five young teens featuring the young alto voice of Frankie Lymon. The group had a giantt hit with their song "Why Do Fools Fool Fall In Love" and the song "I am Not A Juvenile Delinquent which was in the movie  "Rock, Rock, Rock". The album includes 12 tracks. The YouTube sample song is "Please Be Mine" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6hXrWDHTqo . . bucko

Various, Atlantic Records History Of Rhythm And Blues Vocal Groups (1977) r. 1954-57

Various, Atlantic Records History Of Rhythm And Blues Vocal Groups (1977) r. 1954-57   

Thursday's lunch record is a rockin' collection of R&B vocal groups that recorded for Atlantic records. This collection is reissued on Cat Records. The groups are The Chords "SH-Boom". The Cardinals " Come Back My Love", The Clovers "Devil Or Angel", The Royal Jokers "She's Mine All Mine". The Drifters "Adorable" & "Ruby Baby, The Robins, "Smoky Joes Café, The Sensations "Yes Sir That's My Baby", & "Please Mr. Disc Jockey", The Coasters "Down In Mexico", The Bobettes "Mr. Lee". The YouTube sample song is "Fools Fall In Love" (1956) "Drifters" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JagTXEBQX6o . . bucko

 

Gene Russell, Talk To My Lady (1973)

Gene Russell, Talk To My Lady (1973)

Wednesday's lunch record is by Gene Russell. This album is on the Black Jazz label. This label was started by Gene Russell to highlight and feature jazz and soul / funk artists and their music. the artists on this album; Gene Russell (piano), Henry Franklin (bass), Calvin Keys (guitar), Ndugu (drums), Charles Weaver (conga drums), Eddie Gee (tambourine). The YouTube sample song is "Get Down" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy3-UeeOdNM . . bucko 

The Pointer Sisters, The Pointer Sisters (1973)

The Pointer Sisters, The Pointer Sisters (1973)

 Tuesday's lunch record is the highly promoted Blue Thumb album by the singing sensation The Pointer Sisters. Four sisters harmonizing and presenting a retro style jazz / bop /scat / blues show. Wonderful selection of material by other artists intertwined with a few originals. They had a huge hit with Alan Toussaint's "Yes We Can". A frolicking version of "Cloudburst" and covering the blues classic by Willie Dixon "Wang Dang Doodle" along with other songs. The YouTube sample song is
 " https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2U1OUxXSMM . . bucko

Gene Vincent And The Blue Caps (1957)

Gene Vincent And The Blue Caps (1957)

Monday's lunch record is by Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps. This is the super rock/ rock-a-billy album on Capitol records. This album drove the teenage world crazy jumping on the rock & roll train. There is 12 tracks on this record, including "Red Blue Jeans & A Ponytail", "Hold Me, Hug Me, Rock Me", "Cruisin", "Pink Thunderbird" along with others. The YouTube sample song is "Double Talkin' Baby" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQBpYBqY-EU . . bucko

Various, Rock 'N' Roll Mamas (1985) r. 1951-60)

Various, Rock 'N' Roll Mamas (1985) r. 1951-60)

Friday's lunch record is the rockin' collection on Charley R&B records. These recordings were made in Chicago, IL. for the Vee-Jay record label. The four artists featured were hot rockin' R&B artists which followed in the tracks of other female such as Ruth Brown and Lavern Baker. Camille Howard was well known for the time she spent playing piano and singing in thee popular Roy Milton orchestra. The YouTube sample song is " I'm A Woman" (Christine Kittrell) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-5qfTlMeIg . . bucko

Buddy Rich Big Band, Buddy & Soul (1969)

Buddy Rich Big Band, Buddy & Soul (1969)

Thursday's lunch record is the Buddy Rich Big Band. This is a live recording of the orchestra performing a landmark show at the Whiskey A- Go-Go which has been a rock & roll show place. They played some traditional swingin' songs along with their renditions of the Doors 'Soul Kitchen" and "Hello I Love You" a cover of Bobby Troups "The Meaning Of The Blues". The YouTube sample song is "Ruth" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAzh_ykFgVU . . bucko

The Persuaders, Thin Line Between Love And Hate (1972)

The Persuaders, Thin Line Between Love And Hate (1972)

Wednesday's lunch record is the funk soul classic by the Persuaders. The title song was a mega hit and still is. The writing is sensationally soulful with feeling and expression. The YouTube sample song is "  Thigh Spy"  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQHUQA18u60 . . bucko

Bernard Purdie, Stand By Me (1971)

Bernard Purdie, Stand By Me (1971)

 Tuesday's lunch record is by drummer exceptional Bernard Purdie. This funk/soul/jazz album was recorded on Mega Records in Nashville TN. It covers the classic Ben E. Hill song "Stand By Me"and Jerry Lieber's "Spanish Harlem" , The Dramatic's "Watcha See Is Whatcha Get" and several Carol King songs "It's Too Late" and "You've Got A Friend". The YouTube sample song is "Never Can Say Goodbye" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBCqkzRDbfg . . bucko

Eddie Vinson, Mr. Cleanhead Steps Out (1985) r. 1945-51

Eddie Vinson, Mr. Cleanhead Steps Out (1985) r. 1945-51

Monday's lunch record is the collection of Eddie Vinson's recordings he was featured on when he was in the Cootie Williams big band. Eddie is the blues singer fronting the orchestra. He also was the alto sax man. These classic jump blues tracks have thee definite swing and groove that made him a sensation sixteen tracks on this Mr. R&B Saxophone album. The YouTube sample song is "When My Baby Left Me" (1945) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMEo5ZNTiB4 . . bucko

Various, Jump Children (1983)

Various, Jump Children (1983)

Friday's lunch record is the collection album "Jump Children". This compilation record is reissued on Chary R&B , London England. Originally  issued on Vee Jay records these recordings are from 1950-54. The groups are rhythm & blues vocal groups, The Oriels, The Moonglows and The Flamingos. The YouTube sample song is "Real Gone Mama" (Moonglows 1954) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzH_EafcyBU . . bucko

Jimmy Rushing & Al Hibbler, Big Boy Blues (1964)

Jimmy Rushing & Al Hibbler, Big Boy Blues (1964)

 Thursday's lunch record is the compilation reissue album on Grad Prix Records. The backing orchestra is with Bill Doggett's orchestra. The blues are shouted by Jimmy Rushing on four of the tracks and Al Hibbler covers the blues on the remaining 5 tracks. The YouTube sample song is "Lotsa Popppa" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7K4kWrAoqQ . . bucko

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Tracklist

A1	–	Hey, Miss Bessie    - JR
A2	–	Ain't It Lonesome   - JR
A3	–	Lotsa Poppa            - JR
A4	–	Fool's Blues            - JR
B1	–	What Will I Tell My Heart	- AH
B2	–	In My Solitude - AH
B3	–	Trees - AH
B4	–	It Don't Mean A Thing - AH
B5	–	Little Brown Book - AH

Credits - Bill Doggett Orchestra 

• Orchestra – Bill Doggett and his Orchestra*

Bernard Purdie, Purdie Good (1971)

Bernard Purdie, Purdie Good (1971)

Wednesday's lunch record is by drummer Bernard Purdie. This album was recorded and released on Prestige Records.  A jazz/funk/soul album that is filled with cover songs from the sixties. "Cold Sweat", "Montego Bay", "Everybody's Talkin' " and a few original instrumentals. The YouTube sample song is "Cold Sweat" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIchv1FyB6o . . bucko

Eddie 'Cleanhead' Vinson, Kidney Stew is Fine (1969)

Eddie 'Cleanhead' Vinson, Kidney Stew is Fine (1969)

Tuesday's lunch record is by Eddie Vinson.  This album was released on Delmark Records that specialized in jazz and blues. Cleanhead as he was known was a premier blues singer that also played alto sax. In this album he is joined by a cast of blues masters. Hal Singer (tenor sax),Jay McShan (piano), T-Bone Walker (guitar), Jackie Sampson (bass) and Paul Gunther (drums). They cover some of his big hits, "Juice Head Baby", "Wee Baby Blues" and others; see thee back of album. The YouTube sample song is "Wee Baby Blues" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNKC6qISzME . . bucko

 

Buddy Tate, Rock And Rollers Orchestra (1958)

Buddy Tate, Rock And Rollers Orchestra (1958)

Monday's lunch record is by tenor sax man Buddy Tate. This album is on the Halo record label. It is a fun romp through a dozen rockin' and jazz based songs, There isn't any songs from this album on YouTube so here is a different track from Buddy Tate for  The YouTube sample song  "Walk That Walk" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9VTrBW6DMg . . bucko 
 

Jimmy Rushing, If This Ain't The Blues (1958)

Jimmy Rushing, If This Ain't The Blues (1958)

Friday's lunch record is by Jimmy Rushing. This is heavy Kansas city jazz - blues that has its roots in a swing beat. This was a super fine work by the best blues/jazz musicians during the late fifties. Jimmy is a blues shouter that rocked. The musicians on this date are: Emmett Berry (trumpet), Vic  Dikenson (trombone), Buddy Tate (tenor sax), Roy Gaines (guitar), Jo Jones (drums), Clarence Johnson  (piano), Marlowe Morris (organ), Aaron Bell (bass). Jimmy Rushing started his music career in 1919 and passed away in 1972. The YouTube sample song is "My Friend Mister Blues" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDjMYCyR8JQ&list=PLDJqZdDeMTerXlNDjJaw1t_UF5a_bh60E&index=7 . . bucko

Wilson Pickett, The Wicked Pickett (1966)

Wilson Pickett, The Wicked Pickett (1966)

 Thursday's lunch record is the soul classic by Wilson Pickett. This is his fourth album and recorded on Atlantic Records. It features the monster hit 'Mustang Sally' along with other popular songs of the period. Eddie Floyd's 'Knock On Wood' , Don Covay's 'Three Time Loser'. Other songs include; 'Time is On My Side', 'New Orleans'. 'Ooh Poo Pah Doo', 'Rcerybody Needs Somebody To Love' along with others. Wilson Pickett brings excitement to his R&B shows and music. The YouTube sample song is "Three Time Loser' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woIoP3uAc3Q . . bucko