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1.1 Baby What You Want Me to Do1.2 You Don't Have to Go1.3 Hush-Hush1.4 Found Love1.5 Honest I Do1.6 You Got Me Dizzy1.7 Big Boss Man1.8 Take Out Some Insurance1.9 Boogie in the Dark1.10 Going to New York1.11 Ain't That Lovin' Baby1.12 The Sun Is Shining |
 | | Description: | Best Of is an album by Jimmy Reed, released in 2013. The album is a rhythm & blues CD. - Jimmy Reed's success and popularity effectively boiled down to the simplicity of his style; his version of the blues was accessible to all and sundry, with everyone from Elvis Presley to local groups recording or performing his songs, thus further popularizing both the singer and his catalog. Ultimately, Jimmy Reed sold more records than Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf or any of his blues contemporaries, although success came with it's own share of problems, including alcoholism and epilepsy that bedeviled his career. Yet as far as his recordings were concerned, he was without equal, as this collection of greatest hits proves beyond all doubt."Best Of" is a thoughtfully curated CD that brings together some of the most iconic recordings by blues legend Jimmy Reed, presented here in a compact and accessible collection by Hallmark. The album showcases Reed's unmistakable laid-back vocal style, his loping, hypnotic grooves and his characteristic harmonica and guitar work, making it an ideal entry point for new listeners and a satisfying overview for long-time fans. With a focus on his most memorable and influential songs, this compilation captures the essence of his down-home electric blues sound that left a deep mark on rhythm & blues, rock 'n' roll and later blues-rock generations.
As a musician, Jimmy Reed became one of the most recognizable names in post-war electric blues, known for simple yet irresistibly catchy songs that crossed over from the blues audience into the mainstream. His signature pieces, often built on relaxed shuffles and repetitive riffs, inspired countless artists in the 1960s and beyond. Reed's work played an important role in shaping the sound of many British and American rock bands who covered his material and drew on his songwriting style, ensuring his continuing influence on modern popular music.
The CD format emphasizes clarity and convenience, giving these classic recordings a clean, consistent sound while preserving their raw, earthy atmosphere. Housed in a straightforward, collector-friendly package, this release is well suited for listeners who want to discover or revisit Jimmy Reed's core repertoire in a single, focused disc. Whether you are exploring traditional blues for the first time or expanding an existing collection, "Best Of" offers a compact snapshot of a major figure in the genre.
Hallmark, the label behind this edition, is known for its broad catalogue of reissues and budget-friendly compilations that make important recordings easily accessible to a wide audience. By concentrating on key tracks and presenting them in clear, no-frills editions, Hallmark helps preserve classic blues, jazz and popular music and keeps foundational artists like Jimmy Reed in circulation for new generations of listeners. This "Best Of" release fits neatly into that philosophy: a concise, affordable and respectful tribute to one of electric blues' most distinctive voices. | | | No. of tracks: |
12 |
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713392 |
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