The Complete Recordings [ CD / Album ]

Name: The Complete Recordings
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SKU: CD3665
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The Complete Recordings

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Released Date: 12 Apr 2008
Genre: Blues

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Ah, Robert Johnson, the legendary bluesman whose music has inspired generations of musicians. His Complete Recordings compilation is a treasure trove of soul-stirring tunes that will transport you to the Mississippi Delta in the blink of an eye. From the haunting "Cross Road Blues" to the toe-tapping "Sweet Home Chicago", Johnson's mastery of the guitar is on full display here. His slide technique is so smooth, it's like butter melting on a hot biscuit. And his vocals? Well, let's just say that he could seduce a snake with that voice. But what really sets Johnson apart is his songwriting. Each track is a mini-masterpiece, full of wit and wisdom that belies his young age. Whether he's singing about love or loss, you can feel the raw emotion pouring out of every word. The remastered sound on this album is top-notch, making it feel like Johnson is playing right in your living room. The crackle of the old recordings only adds to the authenticity of the experience. So, if you're a fan of the blues, or just appreciate great music in general, do yourself a favor and pick up The Complete Recordings. It's a musical journey you won't soon forget. Robert Johnson may be gone, but his music will live on forever.

Track Listing

Disc: 2
1. Preaching Blues (Up Jumped the Devil)
2. If I Had Possession Over Judgment Day
3. Stones in My Passway
4. I'm a Steady Rollin' Man
5. From Four Till Late
6. Hellhound On My Trail
7. Little Queen of Spades
8. Little Queen of Spades
9. Malted Milk
10. Drunken Hearted Man
11. Drunken Hearted Man
12. Me and the Devil Blues
13. Me and the Devil Blues
14. Stop Breakin' Down Blues
15. Stop Breakin' Down Blues
16. Traveling Riverside Blues
17. Honeymoon Blues
18. Love in Vain
19. Love in Vain
20. Milkcow's Calf Blues
21. Milkcow's Calf Blues

Disc: 1
1. Kindhearted Woman Blues
2. Kindhearted Woman Blues
3. I Believe I'll Dust My Broom
4. Sweet Home Chicago
5. Rambling On My Mind
6. Rambling On My Mind
7. When You Got a Good Friend
8. When You Got a Good Friend
9. Come On in My Kitchen
10. Come On in My Kitchen
11. Terraplane Blues
12. Phonograph Blues
13. Phonograph Blues
14. 32-20 Blues
15. They're Red Hot
16. Dead Shrimp Blues
17. Cross Road Blues
18. Cross Road Blues
19. Walking Blues
20. Last Fair Deal Gone Down

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About the artist

Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson, the enigmatic blues legend from Mississippi, is as mysterious in death as he was in life. Believed to have sold his soul to the devil at the crossroads in exchange for his unparalleled guitar skills, Johnson's music has left an indelible mark on the history of blues. With only 29 recorded songs to his name, Johnson's legacy far outweighs his brief time on this earth. His haunting vocals and intricate guitar playing have influenced generations of musicians, from Muddy Waters to Eric Clapton. Despite his limited catalogue, Johnson's impact on the development of the blues cannot be overstated. His songs, such as "Cross Road Blues" and "Hellhound on My Trail," resonate with a raw emotional power that still captivates listeners today. Johnson's tragic death at the age of 27 only adds to the myth and mystique surrounding him. Whether it was poisoned moonshine or a deal with the devil that took his life, one thing is certain: Robert Johnson's music will live on forever. So next time you find yourself at a crossroads, remember the legend of Robert Johnson and the incredible legacy he left behind. Let his music transport you to a time and place where the blues reign supreme, and the devil's deals are just a chord progression away.

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