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Elmore James

The Essential Recordings

The Essential Recordings

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  • Released Date: 27 Jan 2017

  • Genre: Blues

Our Take

Elmore James, the man who made the slide guitar his bitch, is back with a bang in "The Essential Recordings." This album is a must-listen for anyone who wants a crash course in the blues, served with a side of sass and swagger.

From the moment the first notes of "Dust My Broom" hit your ears, you'll be transported to a smoky juke joint in the Deep South, where Elmore's unmistakable voice cuts through the haze like a razor-sharp knife. The man was a master of his craft, and it shows in every note he plays.

But it's not just Elmore's virtuoso guitar skills that make this album a standout. The raw emotion in his vocals will grab you by the heartstrings and refuse to let go. Whether he's lamenting lost love in "The Sky is Crying" or declaring his undying loyalty in "I Can't Hold Out," you can feel every word he sings deep in your soul.

Sure, some tracks may feel a tad dated, but that's all part of the charm. In a world where music seems to get more polished and produced by the day, it's refreshing to hear something as gritty and unapologetic as "The Essential Recordings."

So, if you're ready for a wild ride through the wild world of blues, do yourself a favor and give this album a spin. Elmore James may be long gone, but his legacy lives on in every electrifying track on this essential collection.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Dust My Broom (I Believe My Time Ain't Long)
2. I Believe
3. I Held My Baby Last Night
4. Baby What's Wrong
5. Sinful Woman
6. Early in the Morning
7. Hawaiian Boogie, Pt. 2
8. Can't Stop Lovin'
9. Make a Little Love
10. Please Find My Baby
11. Strange Kinda Feeling
12. Make My Dreams Come True
13. Sho Nuff I Do
14. 1839 Blues
15. Dark and Dreary
16. Standing at the Crossroads
17. Late Hours at Midnight
18. Happy Home
19. No Love in My Heart
20. I Was a Fool


Disc: 2
1. The Sky Is Crying
2. It Hurts Me Too
3. Shake Your Moneymaker
4. Dust My Blues
5. Blues Before Sunrise
6. Goodbye Baby
7. Wild About You
8. Coming Home
9. Cry for Me, Baby
10. Bobby's Rock
11. Rollin' and Tumblin'
12. I'm Worried
13. Done Somebody Wrong
14. Fine Little Mama
15. I Can't Hold Out
16. The Sun Is Shining (Edited Version)
17. Knocking at Your Door
18. Look On Yonder Wall
19. Stranger Blues
20. Anna Lee

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About the artist

Elmore James

Elmore James may not have been a household name in his time, but the Mississippi bluesman left an indelible mark on the genre with his frenetic slide guitar playing and distinctive vocal style. Born in 1918, James began his musical career in the juke joints and honky-tonks of the Deep South before eventually making his way to Chicago in the 1950s. It was there that he recorded some of his most iconic tracks, including "Dust My Broom" and "Rollin' and Tumblin'." James' raw, electrifying sound drew comparisons to contemporaries like Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf, but his untamed energy set him apart from the pack. His searing guitar licks brought a new level of intensity to the blues, earning him a reputation as one of the genre's true innovators. Despite his undeniable talent, James never quite achieved the same level of mainstream success as some of his peers. But his influence can be heard in the work of countless artists, from the Rolling Stones to Eric Clapton. Today, Elmore James is remembered as a true legend of the blues, a trailblazer whose impact on music continues to be felt to this day. So next time you dust off that old vinyl record or fire up your streaming service of choice, take a moment to pay homage to the man who helped shape the sound of a generation.

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