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Jimmie Rodgers

Recordings 1927-1933 [ CD / Album ]

Recordings 1927-1933

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  • Released Date: 23 Sep 2002

  • Genre: Country

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Hold on to your Stetsons, folks, because we've got a real treat for you today! Jimmie Rodgers, the Singing Brakeman himself, has finally graced us with a collection of his finest recordings from 1927 to 1933, and let me tell you, it's a hootenanny of epic proportions.

From the moment you press play, you're transported back to a simpler time when country music was king and cowboys ruled the airwaves. Rodgers' distinctive yodeling and twangy guitar playing are as infectious as ever, making it impossible to sit still while listening to these tunes.

Tracks like "Blue Yodel No. 1 (T for Texas)" and "Mule Skinner Blues" showcase Rodgers' unparalleled storytelling ability and his knack for turning everyday experiences into timeless ballads. The instrumentation is top-notch, with rollicking fiddles and hard-hitting drums that will have you tapping your toes in no time.

But it's not all fun and games on this album. Rodgers delves into more somber territory with songs like "Mississippi Delta Blues" and "My Rough and Rowdy Ways," proving that he's not just a one-trick pony. His emotive vocals and poignant lyrics hit you right in the feels, making you appreciate the depth and complexity of his artistry.

So, dust off your cowboy boots and prepare to be blown away by Jimmie Rodgers' Recordings 1927-1933. It's a wild ride from start to finish, and one that you'll want to take again and again. Yeehaw!

Track Listing
Disc: 5
1. No Hard Times
2. Long Tall Mama Blues
3. Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia
4. Gambling Bar Room Blues
5. I've Only Loved Three Women
6. In the Hills of Tennessee
7. Prairie Lullaby
8. Miss the Mississippi and You
9. Sweet Mama Hurry Home
10. Blue Yodel #12
11. Dreaming With Tears In My Eyes
12. The Cowhand's Last Ride
13. I'm Free (From the Chain Gang Now)
14. Yodeling My Way Back Home
15. Jimmie Rodgers' Last Blue Yodel
16. The Yodeling Ranger
17. Old Pal Of My Heart
18. Old Love Letters
19. Mississippe Delta Blues
20. Somewhere Down Below the Mason Dixie Line
21. Years Ago


Disc: 3
22. Why There's a Tear in My Eye
23. The Wonderful City


Disc: 2
1. Waiting for a Train
2. I'm Lonely and Blue
3. Desert Blues
4. Any Old Time
5. Blue Yodel #5
6. High Powered Mama
7. I'm Sorry We Met
8. Everybody Does It in Hawaii
9. Tuck Away My Lonesome Blues
10. Train Whistle Blues
11. Jimmie's Texas Blues
12. Frankie and Johnnie
13. Whisper Your Mother's Name
14. The Land Of My Boyhood Dreams
15. Blue Yodel #6
16. Yodeling Cowboy
17. My Rough and Rowdy Ways
18. I've Ranged, I've Roamed, I've Traveled
19. Hobo Bill's Last Ride
20. Mississippi River Blues
21. Nobody Knows But Me
22. Anniversary Blue Yodel
23. She Was Happy Till She Met You


Disc: 3
1. Blue Yodel #11
2. A Drunkard's Child
3. That's Why I'm Blue
4. Why Did You Give Me Your Love?
5. My Blue Eyed Jane
6. Why Should I Be Lonely
7. Moonlight and Skies
8. Pistol Packin' Papa
9. Take Me Back Again
10. Those Gambler's Blues
11. I'm Lonesome Too
12. The One Rose
13. For the Sake of Days Gone By
14. Jimmie's Mean Mama Blues
15. The Mystery Of Number Five
16. Blue Yodel #8
17. In The Jailhouse Now #2
18. Blue Yodel #9
19. TB Blues
20. Travelin' Blues
21. Jimmie the Kid


Disc: 4
1. Let Me Be Your Sidetrack
2. Jimmie Rodgers Visits The Carter Family
3. The Carter Family And Jimmie Rodgers In Texas
4. When the Cactus Is in Bloom
5. Gambling Polka Dot Blues
6. Looking for a New Mama
7. What Is It?
8. My Good Gal's Gone Blues
9. Southern Cannon Ball
10. Roll Along Kentucky Moon
11. Hobo's Meditation
12. Ninety Nine Years Blues
13. Mississippi Moon
14. Down The Old Road To Home
15. Blue Yodel #10
16. Home Call
17. Mother, the Queen of My Heart
18. Rock All Our Babies to Sleep
19. Whippin' That Old TB


Disc: 1
1. The Soldier's Sweetheart
2. Sleep, Baby Sleep
3. Ben Dewberry's Final Run
4. Mother Was A Lady
5. Blue Yodel
6. Away Out On the Mountain
7. Dear Old Sunny South By the Sea
8. Treasures Untold
9. The Brakeman's Blues
10. The Sailor's Plea
11. In the Jailhouse Now
12. Blue Yodel #2
13. Memphis Yodel
14. Blue Yodel #3
15. My Old Pal
16. My Little Old Home Down in New Orleans
17. You and My Old Guitar
18. Daddy and Home
19. My Little Lady
20. Lullaby Yodel
21. Never No Mo' Blues
22. My Carolina Sunshine Girl
23. Blue Yodel #4

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Jimmie Rodgers

Ah, Jimmie Rodgers, the one and only Singing Brakeman. This lanky lad from Meridian, Mississippi has been making waves in the music industry since the 1920s with his unique blend of country, blues, and folk. With his distinctive yodeling style and down-home charm, Jimmie has captured the hearts of fans all over the world. His songs tell stories of love, loss, and life on the rails, providing a glimpse into the world of a wandering troubadour. Despite his humble beginnings as a railroad worker, Jimmie's talent was undeniable from the start. His recordings for Victor Records were an instant hit, earning him the nickname "The Father of Country Music." But don't let his old-timey image fool you - Jimmie was a true trailblazer in the world of music. He was among the first artists to cross over from country to mainstream pop, paving the way for future generations of artists to follow in his footsteps. Jimmie's influence can be felt in the music of artists as diverse as Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, and Bob Dylan. His timeless songs continue to resonate with audiences today, proving that good music never goes out of style. So next time you're feeling a bit down and out, why not give Jimmie Rodgers a listen? His warm vocals and heartfelt lyrics are sure to lift your spirits and transport you to a bygone era of American music. All aboard the Jimmie Rodgers express - next stop, musical bliss.

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