Monday, April 14, 2025

VA - Super Duper Blues [1969]

BLUE HORIZON

VA - Super Duper Blues [1969]

"Super-Duper Blues," released in 1969 under the Blue Horizon label, is a compilation album that captures the essence of blues music through a diverse array of artists and styles. This vinyl LP, produced by Mike Vernon, showcases a blend of country blues, Chicago blues, and harmonica blues, offering listeners a rich tapestry of the genre's depth and versatility.

The album features notable contributions from legendary artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Duster Bennett, and Champion Jack Dupree. Fleetwood Mac's tracks, including "Rollin' Man" and "Shake Your Money Maker," highlight their blues roots before their transition to mainstream rock. Duster Bennett's "Jumping At Shadows" stands out as a poignant and soulful piece, while Champion Jack Dupree's "A Racehorse Called Mae" adds a unique narrative flair.

Other gems include Eddie Boyd's "The Blues Is Here To Stay," a testament to the genre's enduring appeal, and Johnny Shines' "Pipeline Blues," which exudes raw emotion and authenticity. The album's production quality and the artists' performances make it a timeless collection for blues enthusiasts.

"Super-Duper Blues" offers blues music's rich heritage, capturing the spirit and soul of a genre that continues to inspire generations. (B)

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Track list

01 Fleetwood Mac - Rollin' Man 2:52

02 Duster Bennett - Jumping at Shadows 3:28

03 Chicken Shack - What You Did Last Night 4:42

04 Eddie Boyd - The Blues is Here to Stay 2:06

05 Gordon Smith - Diving Duck Blues 3:30

06 Champion Jack Dupree - A Racehorse Called Mae 2:43

07 Johnny Shines - Pipeline Blues 3:00

08 Fleetwood Mac - Long Grey Mare 2:14

09 Sunnyland Slim - Stella Mae 3:41

10 Chicken Shack - I Wanna See My Baby 3:24

11 Curtis Jones - Gee Pretty Baby 4:10

12 Fleetwood Mac - Shake Your Money Maker 2:55

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Music weaves itself into the fabric of our emotions, dances through the corridors of memory, and whispers to the soul of who we are. Sharing these stories deepens the connection, turning the experience into something timeless and profound.

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10 comments:

  1. https://www.imagenetz.de/iV72k

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    1. Hi caveman78.
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  2. Two excellent compilations from the avantgarde British blues label of the late 60's: highly appreciated, BB! Best, TC

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  3. Thanks BB - great music, God awful cover!

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    1. You're welcome, Dr Robert.
      Enjoy the music.
      Cheers.

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