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Various Artists

The R&B No. 1s of the '50s [ CD / Box Set ]

The R&B No. 1s of the '50s

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  • Released Date: 14 Jan 2014

  • Genre: R&B/Soul

Our Take

Step into a time machine and groove back to the golden era of R&B with "The R&B No 1s of the 1950s", a dazzling compilation album that takes you on a journey through the iconic hits of the era. Various artists come together to deliver soulful tunes that will transport you to smoky jazz clubs and juke joints.

From the silky smooth vocals of Ray Charles to the gritty, raw energy of Ruth Brown, this album has a little something for every R&B connoisseur. Each track is like a time capsule, encapsulating the essence of the 50s with its infectious rhythms and heartfelt lyrics.

The production on this album is top-notch, with each song sounding crisp and vibrant. It's clear that a lot of care and attention went into curating this collection, as every track seamlessly flows into the next, creating a cohesive listening experience.

Whether you're a hardcore R&B fan or just looking to dip your toes into the genre, "The R&B No 1s of the 1950s" is a must-have addition to your music collection. So grab a cocktail, kick back, and let the smooth sounds of the 50s wash over you. You won't be disappointed.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. I Almost Lost My Mind
2. Double Crossing Blues
3. Mistrusting Blues (With Mel Walker & the Johnny Otis Orchestra)
4. I Need You So
5. Pink Champagne
6. Cupid Boogie
7. Hard Luck Blues
8. Mona Lisa
9. Blue Light Boogie
10. Blue Shadows
11. Anytime Anyplace Anywhere
12. Please Send Me Someone to Love
13. Teardrops from My Eyes
14. Bad Bad Whiskey
15. Black Night
16. Rocket 88
17. Chica Boo
18. Sixty Minute Man
19. Don't You Know I Love You
20. The Glory of Love
21. T' 99 Blues
22. Fool Fool Fool
23. I Got Loaded
24. I'm in the Mood


Disc: 2
1. Because of You
2. Flamingo
3. Weepin' and Cryin'
4. Cry
5. Three O'clock Blues
6. Night Train
7. Booted
8. 5-10-15 Hours
9. Have Mercy Baby
10. Goin' Home
11. Lawdy Miss Clawdy
12. Mary Jo
13. Ting-a-ling
14. My Song
15. Juke
16. Five Long Years
17. You Know I Love You
18. I Don't Know
19. Baby Don't Do It
20. (Mama) He Treats Your Daughter Mean
21. Hound Dog
22. I'm Mad
23. Help Me Somebody
24. Please Love Me
25. The Clock


Disc: 3
1. Crying in the Chapel
2. Shake a Hand
3. Money Honey
4. Honey Hush
5. The Things That I Used to Do
6. I'll Be True
7. You'll Never Walk Alone
8. Work With Me Annie
9. Shake Rattle and Roll
10. Honey Love (Feat. Clyde McPhatter)
11. Oh What a Dream
12. Annie Had a Baby
13. It Hurts Me to My Heart
14. Mambo Baby
15. Hearts of Stone
16. You Upset Me Baby
17. Earth Angel (Will You Be Mine)
18. Sincerely
19. Pledging My Love
20. The Wallflower
21. My Babe
22. I Got a Woman
23. Unchained Melody
24. Ain't That a Shame
25. Unchained Melody


Disc: 4
1. Bo Diddley
2. A Fool for You
3. Maybellene
4. Only You (And You Alone)
5. All By Myself
6. Hands Off
7. Poor Me
8. Adorable
9. The Great Pretender
10. At My Front Door
11. Why Do Fools Fall in Love
12. Drown in My Own Tears
13. Long Tall Sally
14. I'm in Love Again
15. Fever
16. Treasure of Love
17. Rip It Up
18. My Prayer
19. Honky Tonk
20. Let the Good Times Roll
21. Hound Dog
22. Don't Be Cruel
23. Blueberry Hill
24. Since I Met You, Baby
25. Blue Monday
26. Jim Dandy
27. Love Is Strange
28. I'm Walkin'

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