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1.1 A Letter to the President1.2 Got My Mojo Working1.3 Milk That Cow1.4 Blues for Reverend King1.5 Ode to Billie Joe1.6 Juicy Harmonica1.7 Help Me1.8 Hawaiian Eye1.9 If You Were a Rabbit |
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Number of discs: |
1 |
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Description: | George??s 1969 album recorded for Bluesway Records and first time on CD
The album features harpist Rod Piazza
Smith had joined Muddy Waters?? band in 1954 and also worked with Otis Rush in that period. He toured with luminaries such as Little Willie John and Champion Jack Dupree, and also recorded for various labels
Sadly, Smith died at the young age of 59 in 1983
Digitally remastered and slipcased - George's 1969 album recorded for Bluesway Records and first time on CD. The album features harpist Rod Piazza. Smith had joined Muddy Waters' band in 1954 and also worked with Otis Rush in that period. He toured with luminaries such as Little Willie John and Champion Jack Dupree, and also recorded for various labels. Sadly, Smith died at the young age of 59 in 1983. Digitally remastered and slipcasedProduced [...] for FLYING DUTCHMAN PRODUCTIONS, LTD.
Recorded 27th and 28th February 1969 in Hollywood
Remastered in 2021 [...] at SOUND PERFORMANCE, London
Liner notes:
Sheldon Harris
Blues Editor, JAZZ & POP Magazine, 1969
John O'Regan, April 2021
For BGO Records.
[On back and tray card:]
For publishing details, refer to MCPS/PRS, London, England
Please note: all tracks have been remastered from disc as the original master tapes are unavailable
Distributed in the UK by Proper Music Distribution
[On back and disc:]
? 1969 UMG Recordings, Inc.
2021 BGO Records
Licensed courtesy of Universal Music Operations Limited
[On O-card and cover:]
DIGITALLY REMASTERED
[Additional information:]
Standard jewel case with clear tray and 12-page booklet, all housed in an O-card."...of The Blues" is a CD release by the legendary blues harmonica player George 'Harmonica' Smith, brought to you by Bgo Rec. This album showcases Smith's masterful command of the harmonica and his deep-rooted connection to traditional Chicago blues. With soulful vocals and electrifying performances, each track immerses listeners in authentic blues storytelling. George 'Harmonica' Smith was renowned for his powerful tone and innovative techniques, influencing generations of harmonica players including Rod Piazza and William Clarke. Over his career, he played with icons like Muddy Waters and Big Mama Thornton, leaving an indelible mark on the genre. Bgo Rec is known for its high-quality reissues of classic albums across genres, ensuring that timeless music remains accessible to new audiences while preserving original sound fidelity. |
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No. of tracks: |
9 |
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Manufacturer No.: |
BGOCD1448 |
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