Volume Two Classic Blues (1973) Vinyl LP • PROMO • Jimmy Reed, Big Boss Man

Catalog Number:

BLS-6062

Musical Styles:

1960s, 1970s, Acoustic Blues, Chicago Blues, Delta Blues, Electric Blues, Jump Blues, Texas Blues

Sleeve Grade:

Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record Grade:

Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

WHITE-LABEL PROMO. Vinyl plays with occasional crackles (play-graded). Matte cover has light-scuffing, discoloration with darker discoloration spots (front/back); paper coming unglued near bottom-right of back. Inner-sleeve is Dunhill Ads. Spine is mostly readable with wear and splits near top and bottom. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is mostly crisp with signs of some use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Big Boss Man (Jimmy Reed )
2. Drifting Blues (Charles Brown )
3. Piney Brown Blues (Big Joe Turner )
4. Midnight (B.B. King )
5. Cherry Red (Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson )
6. Blue Guitar (Earl Hooker )
7. Ridin' On Empty (Clifford Coulter )
8. 'Taint Nobody's Bizness If I Do (Otis Spann )
9. Long Way From Home (Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee )
10. Bad Loser (Jimmy Rushing )

About The Record:

Volume Two Classic Blues by Various Artists, is a vibrant compilation showcasing legendary blues performers delivering timeless performances of enduring standards and personal favorites. It brings together icons like Jimmy Reed with his signature shuffle on Big Boss Man, Charles Brown’s soulful take on Drifting Blues, and Big Joe Turner’s powerful Piney Brown Blues, alongside standout cuts from B.B. King, Otis Spann, Eddie 'Cleanhead' Vinson, Earl Hooker, Jimmy Rushing, and others. A unique aspect lies in its careful remixing and remastering at The Village Recorder, with insightful liner notes by Joel Selvin that help contextualize these classic recordings for a new generation of listeners. Historically, the album forms part of Bluesway Records’ late-period efforts to preserve and re-present authentic blues traditions during a time when the genre was evolving, highlighting both Delta influences and broader classic styles. Fan-favorites often include the raw energy of Reed’s hit and Brown’s emotive drift, making it a cherished snapshot of blues royalty in fine form.