VA - The Ultimate Cajun Collection [1992] (2 x CDs)

CAJUN

VA - The Ultimate Cajun Collection [1992] (2 x CDs)

Issued jointly by La Louisianne Records and Disky Communications Europe B.V., The Ultimate Cajun Collection is a sprawling 2×CD compilation that distills the rhythmic heart of Cajun music into 50 carefully sequenced tracks. Released in 1992 for the UK and European market, this set draws from decades of Louisiana’s regional output, spotlighting both dancehall staples and lesser-known gems.

The compilation features a robust lineup of verified Cajun artists, including Rufus Thibodeaux, Aldus Roger, Nathan Abshire, Vin Bruce, and Blackie Forestier. Each disc offers 25 tracks, sequenced to evoke the flow of a live fais do-do—from two-steps and waltzes to swamp pop and accordion-led stompers. Notable inclusions like “Pine Grove Blues” (Nathan Abshire), “Grand Texas” (Aldus Roger), and “La Valse De Quebec” (Rufus Thibodeaux) anchor the set in tradition, while selections from Zachary Richard and Eddy Raven hint at the genre’s evolution into crossover territory.

The packaging includes silver discs with black print housed in a slim double jewel case, accompanied by an 8-page bilingual booklet (English and French) penned by Dave Travis. Liner notes provide historical context and artist highlights, making this release especially valuable for international collectors seeking a curated introduction to Cajun music’s emotional and rhythmic range.

Licensed from Ridgetop Music and manufactured in The Netherlands, this compilation stands out for its breadth and fidelity. It’s not a reissue of a prior LP series but a purpose-built anthology for the CD era, ideal for archivists and genre newcomers alike.

A genuine release that bridges cultures while preserving the pulse of Louisiana’s musical heritage. (B)

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CD1

01 Johnnie Allan - J'Aime Grand Gueydan 2:35

02 Eddy Raven - Colinda 1:46

03 Rufus Thibodeaux - Jolé Blon 2:14

04 Aldus Roger - Grand Texas 2:28

05 Leroy LeBlanc - Gabriel 2:25

06 Blackie Forestier - Cajun Two Step 2:48

07 Vin Bruce - Le Sud De La Louisianne 2:06

08 Rufus Thibodeaux - Allons À Lafayette 2:28

09 Nathan Abshire - Pine Grove Blues 4:37

10 Aldus Roger - Creole Stomp 1:52

11 L. J. Foret - Aldus Roger 1:58

12 Rufus Thibodeaux - Pauvre Hobo 2:27

13 Lesa Cormier - Married Life 2:52

14 Pee Wee Broussard - La Lou Special 2:28

15 Blackie Forestier - Tous Les Deux Pour La Meme 2:46

16 Eddy Raven - Crawfish Festival Time 1:59

17 Jimmy C. Newman - Mon Tit Baille 2:26

18 Zachary Richard - Chere Alice 3:12

19 Aldus Roger - One Scotch, One Bourbon, One Beer 2:56

20 Doc Guidry - Tee Maurice 2:33

21 Lawrence Walker - Mamou Two-Step 2:27

22 Rufus Thibodeaux - La Valse De Amité 2:41

23 Jimmy C. Newman - Comment Ca Se Fait 2:21

24 Warren Storm - I'm Cajun Cool 2:34

25 The Dusenbery Family - Evangeline 2:16

CD2

01 Warren Storm - La Maison A. Deux Portes 2:30

02 Michael Doucet - La Valse De KLFY 3:29

03 Rufus Thibodeaux - Fais Do Do 2:28

04 Eddy Raven - La Belle De La Louisianne 2:35

05 Happy Fats - Les Veuves De La Coulee 2:38

06 Lawrence Walker - La Valse De Reno 3:12

07 Ambrose Thibodeaux - Le Deux Pas De Pointe 2:23

08 Blackie Forestier - La Valse D'Anniversaire 2:27

09 Nathan Abshire - Le Two-Step De L'Acadien 1:58

10 Rufus Thibodeaux - Grand Mamou 1:51

11 L. J. Foret - Chemin Des Coeurs Casser 2:26

12 Zachary Richard - Le Nouveau Two-Step 1:52

13 Aldus Roger - One More Chance 2:57

14 Vin Bruce - La Louisianne 3:08

15 Eddy Raven - Alligator Bayou 2:21

16 Rufus Thibodeaux - Lake Arthur Stomp 2:15

17 Johnnie Allan - Ma Belle Evangeline 2:36

18 Nathan Abshire - Le Two-Step De Choupique 1:57

19 Blackie Forestier - Bayou Sam 2:32

20 L. J. Foret - Elle N'Est Pas La Plus Belle 1:27

21 Clint West - Tu Es La Mienne Pour Toujours 2:41

22 Rufus Thibodeaux - La Valse De Quebec 1:56

23 Aldus Roger - Lafayette Two-Step 2:17

24 Nathan Abshire - Le Blues Francais 2:38

25 Blackie Forestier - Cotton Fields 2:38

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VA - Louisiana Cajun Music Special Vol. 1 & 2 [1987-1992] (2 x CDs)

CAJUN

VA - Louisiana Cajun Music Special Vol. 1 & 2 [1987-1992] (2 x CDs)

Louisiana Cajun Music Special Vol. 1 & 2 offers a definitive two-disc snapshot of Cajun music’s postwar evolution, curated by Ace Records in partnership with Swallow Records. Volume 1 was released in 1987 followed by Volume 2 in 1992, both issued in the UK and sourced from Swallow’s deep Louisiana catalog of 45s and LPs spanning the 1960s and ’70s.

Volume 1 spans 22 tracks, opening with Nolan Cormier & The L.A. Aces’ Hee Haw Breakdown and rolling through foundational cuts by Nathan Abshire (Pine Grove Blues, Choupique Two-Step), Belton Richard (The Cajun Stripper), and the Balfa Brothers (Lacassine Special). These selections were sourced from Swallow and La Louisianne 45s and LPs, many of which were pressed in limited regional runs and are now prized by collectors. The mastering preserves the analog warmth of the original tapes, with stereo and mono transfers that retain their dancehall vitality.

Volume 2 expands the scope to 25 tracks, diving deeper into Swallow’s vault with rarities from Shirley Bergeron, Austin Pitre, Doris Matte, and Aldus Roger. Highlights include La Valse De Grand Bois, Hold My False Teeth (And I'll Show You How To Dance), and La Chanson D'Amitie by Phil Menard and Don Guillory with the Louisiana Travellers. The compilation balances marquee names with lesser-known but culturally vital artists, many of whom never saw national distribution. 

Together, these volumes form a definitive sonic archive of Cajun music’s golden era. They preserve rare recordings that rarely surface outside Louisiana and present them with editorial clarity and historical care. (B)

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Vol. 1

01 Nolan Cormier & The LA Aces - Hee Haw Breakdown 2:48

02 Wallace Derouen and The Cajun Ramblers with Joe Bonsall - Cajun Ramblers Special 2:20

03 Nathan Abshire - Pine Grove Blues 2:55

04 Maurice Barzas & The Mamou Playboys - Eunice Two-Step 2:39

05 Austin Pitre - Mamou Blues 3:15

06 Leeman Prejean - Triangle Club Special 2:10

07 Joe Bonsall - Hippy Ti Yo 1:46

08 Badeaux & The Louisiana Aces - Lousiana Aces Special 1:58

09 Adam Hebert & The Country Playboys - I Am So Lonely 2:41

10 Balfa Brothers - Lacassine Special 2:45

11 Belton Richard - The Cajun Stripper 2:20

12 Nathan Abshire - Choupique Two-Step 2:37

13 Lionel Cormier & The Sundown Playboys - Cypress Inn Special 2:23

14 Barro with The Teardrops - Cameron Two-Step 2:22

15 Doris Matte - Waltz of Regret 2:38

16 Bobby Leger and The Lake Charles Playboys - Little Cajun Boy 3:07

17 Aldus Mouton - Zydeco Cha Cha 1:57

18 Mamou Playboys - Mamou Hot Step 2:11

19 D.L. Menard - She Didn't Know I Was Married 2:41

20 Phil Menard, Don Guillory and The L. A. Travellers - Family Waltz 2:33

21 Rambling Aces - Two Steps De Vieux Temps 2:20

22 Leeman Prejean and The Happy Playboys of Scott - Cankton Two-Step 2:13

Vol. 2

01 Joe Bonsall & The Orange Playboys - I Went to The Dance Last Night 2:13

02 Lawtell Playboys - Oh Bye Bye 2:25

03 Nathan Abshire - A Musician's Life 2:44

04 Paul Daigle, Mike Doucet & Robert Elkin - Hackberry Hop 3:01

05 The Balfa Brothers - Two Step A Hadley 1:46

06 Belton Richard - I'll Have to Forget You 2:46

07 Sidney Brown - Font Kee-Lot Two Step 2:18

08 Lesa Cormier & The Sundown Playboys - Saturday Night Special 2:12

09 Aldus Mouton & The Wandering Aces - J'ai Un Coeur Casser 2:38

10 Joe Bonsall & The Orange Playboys - Tecar Special 1:46

11 Adam Hebert - Madeline 2:38

12 Allen Fontenot & The Country Cajuns - Mama Lou 2:23

13 Bobby Leger & The Lake Charles Playboys - The Waltz That Will Carry Me to The Ground 2:14

14 Badeaux & The Louisiana Aces - The Water Pump 2:19

15 Joe Bonsall & The Orange Playboys - Paper in My Shoe 2:36

16 La Tour Playboys - Te Jolie 2:16

17 Lawtell Playboys - Baby Please Don't Go 3:11

18 Nathan Abshire - Fee-Fee Poncho 1:34

19 Joe Bonsall & The Orange Playboys - Petite Ou Grosse 2:31

20 Phil Menard & Don Guillory With The Louisiana Travellers - La Chanson D'amitié 3:04

21 Claude Knott & The Arnaudville Playboys - La Ta Tye 3:19

22 Camay Doucet - Hold My False Teeth 2:22

23 August Broussard & The Calcasieu Ramblers - Broussard Two Step 2:23

24 Rodney Lejune & The Rambling Aces - Dans Les Misere 2:35

25 Jake Mier - Cajun Playboy Special 2:26

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VA - Acadian All Star Special, The Pioneering Cajun Recordings of J.D. Miller [2011]

 

CAJUN FOLK

VA - Acadian All Star Special, The Pioneering Cajun Recordings of J.D. Miller [2011]

A labor of love and a monument to exhaustive research, Bear Family's 2011 box set Acadian All Star Special: The Pioneering Cajun Recordings of J.D. Miller contains every recording Cajun music producer J.D. Miller cut between 1946 and 1959. This simple description downplays the effort behind this triple-disc box. It took considerable effort to document each of these tracks, and more still for Lyle Ferbrache to assemble the notes, but the end result winds up as a cornerstone of Cajun music.

Miller dove into Cajun music in earnest after Harry Choates’ recording of “Jole Blon” turned into a hit, starting to pursue a career as a producer in 1946 with his label Fais Do Do. Miller recorded Cajun and country acts at Cosimo Matasa's studio in New Orleans, eventually gaining some ground from his recordings with Happy Fats and Doc Guidry, commonly considered some of the great Cajun sides of all time. After World War II, there was a distinct lack of Cajun records and Miller set out to fill that gap, entering a golden era that this box ably documents. Here, it’s possible to hear Cajun turn modern partially through the records of Lee Sonnier, whose arrangements were more expansive, finding steel guitar and other honky tonk flair fitting the accordion-driven Cajun two-step. Miller’s next big star was Jimmy Newman, who veered a little closer to country than Cajun, a direction corrected by Chuck Guillory, who was more purely Cajun than Newman and who nevertheless sang with the fiddler.

Miller continued to find talent that straddled the line from Cajun to country, sometimes discovering singers like Terry Clement who could do both sides of the line, and if he never quite struck gold, what he wound up doing was establishing the sound and sensibility of recorded Cajun music. Certainly, this has been apparent in the decades that followed the music collected here, but no one set has ever rounded up all of his groundbreaking sides as Acadian All Star Special does. There may be a hint of musty academia to its presentation but given the effort behind this three-disc set, it’s only fair that the compilers feel the necessity to show their work. It is impressive and it winds up being one of the essential releases in Cajun and American mid-century roots music.

(AMG review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine)

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CD1

01 Happy, Doc & The Boys - La Cravat 2:20

02 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Gabriel Waltz 2:45

03 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Don't Hang Around 2:55

04 Happy, Doc & The Boys - My Sweetheart's My Buddy's Wife 3:12

05 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Setre Chandelle 2:49

06 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Allons Dance Colinda 2:56

07 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Is It Too Late To Cry 2:47

08 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Somehow You Don't Care 2:54

09 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - Dans Les Grand Meche 2:50

10 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - Chere Catan 2:40

11 Leblanc & Adams And The Vermillion Play Boys - Chere Petite Brun 2:32

12 Leblanc & Adams And The Vermillion Play Boys - Vermillion Two Step 2:56

13 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Fais Do Do Breakdown 2:47

14 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Chere Cherie 2:44

15 Happy, Doc & The Boys - New Jolie Blond 3:06

16 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Dans La Platin 3:09

17 Jimmy Durbin & The Country Boys - Drunkard Waltz 2:07

18 Jimmy Durbin & The Country Boys - Fais Do Do Two Step 2:08

19 Jimmy Choates & His Melody Boys - Chere Moon 3:02

20 Jimmy Choates & His Melody Boys - Petite Negress 3:04

21 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - La Blues De Cajin 2:51

22 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - Chere Eci Et Cher Laba 3:02

23 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Bayou Lafourche 2:29

24 Happy, Doc & The Boys - Sothe Fermon 2:28

25 Veteran Playboys - Eunice Waltz 2:45

26 Veteran Playboys - Chinaball Special 2:36

CD2

01 Austin Pete & His Evangeline Playboys - Chatatinia Waltz 2:56

02 Austin Pete & His Evangeline Playboys - Evangeline Playboys Special 3:00

03 Chuck Guillory & Boys - Oakdale Waltz 3:05

04 Chuck Guillory & Boys - Walfus Two Step 2:31

05 Chuck Guillory & Rhythm Boys - Chuck's Waltz 2:35

06 Chuck Guillory & Rhythm Boys - Teiyut Two Step 1:40

07 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - War Widow Waltz 2:55

08 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - Cankton Two Step 3:00

09 Austin Pete & His Evangeline Playboys - High Point Two Step 3:09

10 Austin Pete & His Evangeline Playboys - Redell Waltz 3:01

11 Happy & Doctor And The Hadacol Boys - La Valse De Hadacol 2:58

12 Happy & Doctor And The Hadacol Boys - Crowley Two Step 2:36

13 Amidie Breaux & The Acadian Aces - Jole Blonde 2:44

14 Amidie Breaux & The Acadian Aces - Acadian Two Step 2:32

15 Amidie Breaux & The Acadian Aces - Criminal Waltz 2:41

16 Amidie Breaux & The Acadian Aces - Poor Hobo 2:45

17 Aldus Roger & Lafayette Playboys - The Lafayette Playboys Waltz 2:44

18 Aldus Roger & Lafayette Playboys - Hix Wagon Wheel Special 2:25

19 Cleveland Mire & The Jolly Boys - Prison Waltz 2:30

20 Cleveland Mire & The Jolly Boys - Hudson Breakdown 2:11

21 Lionel Cormier & His Sundown Playboys - Welcome Club Waltz 3:04

22 Lionel Cormier & His Sundown Playboys - Sundown Playboys Special 2:29

23 Louis Spell & His French Serenaders - The Fifty Cent Song 3:02

24 Louis Spell & His French Serenaders - Lover's Waltz 2:57

25 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - Along The River 2:49

26 Lee Sonnier & His Acadian All Stars - Acadian All Star Special 2:38

CD3

01 Pee Wee Broussard & His Melody Boys - The Waltz That Carried Me To The Grave 2:31

02 Pee Wee Broussard & His Melody Boys - The Pee Wee Special 2:14

03 Papa Cairo & His Boys - Big Texas (English) 2:52

04 Papa Cairo & His Boys - Big Texas (French) 2:57

05 Pee Wee Broussard & His Melody Boys - Chere Tu Tu 2:44

06 Pee Wee Broussard & His Melody Boys - Creole Stomp 2:27

07 Amidie Breaux & His Band - Hey, Mom! 2:39

08 Amidie Breaux & His Band - Hard Luck Waltz 2:43

09 Jimmy Newman & The Rhythm Boys - (I Know Now That) I've Made A Big Mistake 2:38

10 Jimmy Newman & The Rhythm Boys - I Don't Know What I'm Going To Do 2:37

11 Pee Wee Broussard & His Melody Boys - La Valse De Bayou Blanc 2:47

12 Pee Wee Broussard & His Melody Boys - M&S Special 2:00

13 Abe Manuel & His Louisiana Hillbillies - Country Gentleman (French) 2:20

14 Abe Manuel & His Louisiana Hillbillies - I've Got Your Heart Locked Up (French) 2:08

15 Terry Clement & His Rhythmic Five - La Valse De Te Maurice 2:30

16 Terry Clement & His Rhythmic Five - Diggly Liggy Lo 1:55

17 Abe Manuel & His Louisiana Hillbillies - Hippy-Ti-Yo 2:10

18 Abe Manuel & His Louisiana Hillbillies - Country Girl 2:35

19 Aldus Roger & Lafayette Playboys - Love Sick Waltz 2:51

20 Aldus Roger & Lafayette Playboys - Mardi Gras Dance 2:32

21 Austin Pete & The Lousiana Rhythmaires - Prison Two Step 2:48

22 Austin Pete & The Lousiana Rhythmaires - La Valse De Chagrin 3:07

23 Austin Pete & The Lousiana Rhythmaires - St. Landry Waltz 2:57

24 Austin Pete & The Lousiana Rhythmaires - Janot Special 2:38

25 Robert Bertrand & The Lake Charles Playboys - Lost Love Waltz 2:14

26 Robert Bertrand & The Lake Charles Playboys - Drunkard's Two Step 2:26

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VA - Beans Not Salty, Great Zydeco Music (A Butterboy Compilation) CD1+CD2+CD3

ZYDECO

VA - Beans Not Salty, Great Zydeco Music (A Butterboy Compilation) CD1+CD2+CD3

"Zydeco" does have a meaning. It is believed to have originated from the French phrase "les haricots," which means "the beans." In Creole French, the phrase "les haricots sont pas salés" (the beans are not salty) was commonly used as a metaphor to describe a situation that is not going well or lacks excitement.  Over time, "les haricots" transformed into "zydeco" through a process of linguistic evolution and cultural influence. The term "zydeco" eventually became associated with the energetic and lively music that emerged in the Creole communities of Louisiana. It refers to a style of music characterized by its infectious rhythms and spirited performances.  So, while the term "zydeco" doesn't have a specific literal meaning, it has come to represent a vibrant musical genre deeply rooted in the cultural heritage and history of Louisiana's Creole communities.

Zydeco music is an exuberant and lively genre that originated in the Creole communities of southwest Louisiana. Drawing influences from traditional Louisiana Creole music, African rhythms, French folk music, blues, and rhythm and blues, Zydeco is a dynamic fusion of cultural elements.

At the heart of Zydeco is the accordion, which takes center stage, accompanied by a rhythmic ensemble featuring instruments like the rubboard (or "zydeco washboard"), drums, guitar, bass, and sometimes saxophone or other brass instruments. The accordion weaves vibrant and syncopated melodies, while the rhythm section provides an irresistible beat that compels people to dance.  Zydeco lyrics are often sung in Louisiana French or English, exploring themes of love, community, daily life, and cultural pride. The music's infectious rhythms, lively tempos, and the distinct sound of the accordion give Zydeco its unique and captivating character.

Zydeco music thrives in festive settings such as festivals, dance halls, and social gatherings, where people come together to revel in its energetic beats and participate in lively dances. The genre has gained popularity both within Louisiana and internationally, with notable artists like Clifton Chenier, Boozoo Chavis, Buckwheat Zydeco, and Terrance Simien becoming iconic figures in Zydeco music. (B)

Here are 63 tracks of artists playing Zydeco or Creole-style music that is infection and seriously danceable. Enjoy!

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01 Clifton Chenier - Zydeco Sont Pas Sale (Snap Beans Not Salty) 3:16

02 Beausoleil Avec Michael Doucet - Bye, Bye Boozoo 3:22

03 Beau Jocque - What Ya Gonna Do 5:39

04 Creole Zydeco Farmers - Creole Farmers Stomp 3:21

05 Rockin' Sidney - My Zydeco Shoes 3:03

06 Ambrose Sam - Old Time Zydeco 3:22

07 Boozoo Chavis - Paper In My Shoe 2:41

08 Sam Brothers 5 - Lafayette Special 1:59

09 Rockin' Sidney - You Ain't Nothin' But Fine 2:31

10 Leo Thomas & Preston Frank's S - Shake What You Got 2:20

11 Geno Delafose - Hey, Geno! 3:33

12 Red Stick Ramblers - Laisse Les Cajuns Danser 2:21

13 Terrance Simien - I Need Some Lovin' 3:01

14 Lynn August - Creole People 3:27

15 The Savoy Family Cajun Band - Midland Two-Step 3:51

16 Beau Jocque & The Zydeco Hi-Rollers - Give Him Cornbread 4:57

17 Chris Ardoin And Double Clutchin - Stay In Or Stay Out 3:51

18 Peter King & L. Herbert - King's Zydeco 2:48

19 Jude Taylor And His Burning Flames - Burnin Flames Special 2:41

20 Rockin' Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters - Zydeco Boogaloo 3:14

21 Clifton Chenier - I'm The Zydeco Man 2:51

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22 Manon Bedard - Joue-Moi Du Zydeco 2:47

23 Jo-El Sonnier - Les Grand Bois 3:01

24 Sammy Naquin - Lacassine Special 3:31

25 D.L. Menard & The Louisiana Aces - The Back Door 3:17

26 Geno Delafose And French Rocki - Bye Bye Mon Neg 4:03

27 Belton Richard & The Musical Aces - Cajun Stripper 2:17

28 Buckwheat Zydeco - I'm On The Wonder 4:33

29 Balfa Toujours - Les Tracas De Todd Balfa 3:33

30 Keith Frank - Co Fa 4:25

31 Guyland Leday - Louisiana 3:56

32 Corey Ledet & His Zydeco Band - Corey's Breakdown 4:18

33 Clifton Chenier - Zydeco Cha Cha 3:25

34 Rosie Ledet - Caffina 4:38

35 Brave Combo - Zydeco Gumby Ya Ya 2:23

36 Roy Carrier - Zydeco Lawtell 3:49

37 John Delafose - Joe Pete Got Two Women 2:16

38 Zydeco Hounds - Bayou Pon Pon 2:35

39 Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic - A Whole Lotta Something 3:20

40 Sundogs - Do The Zydeco 4:22

41 J J Milteau - O Ye Yai Quoi Faire 2:49

42 Buckwheat Zydeco - Zydeco La Louisianne 5:09

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43 Boozoo Chavis - Forty One Days 2:47

44 Cajun Playboys - Bosco Stomp 4:06

45 Rockin' Dopsie - My Baby She's Gone 3:06

46 Chris Jagger - Blow The Zydeco 4:23

47 Queen Ida And Al Rapone - Good Ol' Cajun Music 4:02

48 Lost Bayou Ramblers - Tous Les Matins 2:45

49 Nathan Abshire - Choupique Two Step 2:38

50 Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys - Bayou Noir, Back Of Town Two-Step 4:31

51 Clifton Chenier - Hot Tamale Baby 2:56

52 Bruce Daigrepont - Coeur Des Cajuns 2:57

53 Cajun Playboys - Dance, Cajun, Dance 2:59

54 Lawrence 'black' Ardoin - Walking Down The Interstate 3:27

55 Mcziel & Gernger - Allons A Lafayette 3:04

56 Beau Bayou & Sabine Connection - C'est Tout Bon 3:13

57 Brian Jack And The Zydeco Gamblers - Good Good Lovin' 4:25

58 Horace Trahan And The New Ossum Express - That Butt Thing 2:13

59 Zydeco Force - Louisiana Chicken Shack 4:26

60 Wayne Toups And Zydecajun - I Saw Johnnie Dance 3:36

61 Waylon Thibodeaux - Jambalaya 4:06

62 Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole - Le Soleil Est Leve' 4:04

63 Rockin' Sidney - My Toot Toot 3:49

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VA - Out Of Many, One Music! Songs That Shaped Jamaica [2015] (3 x CDs)

 

FANTASTIC VOYAGE

VA - Out Of Many, One Music! Songs That Shaped Jamaica [2015] (3 x CDs)

An impressive package put together by the folks at Fantastic Voyage.  

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CD1

01 Fisk University Jubilee Quartet Swing Low, Sweet Chariot 2:59

02 Ma Rainey See See Rider Blues 3:14

03 Rita Montaner El Manisero 2:55

04 Ernesto Lecuona Y Su Orquesta Cubana Karabalí 2:31

05 Barney Bigard Caravan 3:06

06 Harlem Hamfats Oh! Red 2:35

07 Ink Spots Do I Worry? 2:41

08 Duke Ellington & His Orchestra In A Mellotone 3:19

09 Xavier Cugat & His Waldorf-astoria Orchestra Perfidia 3:02

10 Duke Ellington & His Orchestra Take The "A" Train 2:57

11 Cab Calloway & His Orchestra Blues In The Night (My Mama Done Tol' Me) 3:11

12 King Cole Trio Straighten Up And Fly Right 2:28

13 Big Sid Catlett Quartet Feat. Ben Webster Just A Riff 4:03

14 Erskine Hawkins & His Orchestra Tippin' In 3:23

15 Charlie Parker's Reboppers Now's The Time 3:19

16 Andrews Sisters Rum And Coca-Cola 3:13

17 Buddy & Ella Johnson Since I Fell For You 3:17

18 Ink Spots Prisoner Of Love 3:02

19 Ravens Ol' Man River 2:59

20 Bobby Capó Quizás, Quizás (Perhaps, Perhaps) 3:06

21 African Dance Band Of The Cold Storage Commission Of Southern Rhodesia Skokiaan 2:47

22 Charlie Parker All-stars Barbados 2:30

23 Steve Gibson & The Red Caps I Want A Roof Over My Head 2:41

24 John Greer & The Rhythm Rockers Got You On My Mind 2:42

25 Five Keys The Glory Of Love 3:11

26 Eddie Davis I Only Have Eyes For You 3:09

CD2

01 Louis Jordan & His Tympany Five Time Marches On 2:29

02 Five Keys Ling, Ting, Tong 2:13

03 Lynn Hope South Of The Border 2:55

04 Moonglows Sincerely 3:13

05 Jaye P Morgan That's All I Want From You 2:42

06 Staple Singers Won't You Sit Down 2:35

07 Bo Diddley She's Fine, She's Mine 2:44

08 Sonny Rollins St. Thomas 6:48

09 Spaniels You Gave Me Peace Of Mind 2:47

10 Clyde Mcphatter Treasure Of Love 2:12

11 Teen Queens Eddie My Love 3:15

12 Nat King Cole It's All In The Game 3:08

13 Donnie Elbert What Can I Do 3:00

14 Sam Cooke You Send Me 2:47

15 Rays Silhouettes 2:46

16 Donnie Elbert Leona 2:24

17 Arthur Lyman China Clipper 2:22

18 Wade Flemons & The Newcomer Here I Stand 2:26

19 Jimmy Scott I May Never (See My Baby Anymore) 2:50

20 Dave "baby" Cortez The Happy Organ 2:04

21 Rosita Rosano Little Boy 2:58

22 Little Anthony & The Imperials Tears On My Pillow 2:19

23 Jimmie Rodgers Secretly 2:38

24 Nina Simone My Baby Just Cares For Me 3:39

25 Dave Brubeck Quartet Take Five 2:55

26 Jo Ann Campbell (as Jo-ann Campbell) Mama (Can I Go Out Tonight) 2:55

27 Frankie Ford Sea Cruise 2:47

CD3

01 Freddy Fender Wasted Days And Wasted Nights 2:56

02 Jim Reeves He'll Have To Go 2:22

03 James Brown & The Famous Flames Try Me (I Need You) 2:34

04 Phil Phillips Sea Of Love 2:24

05 Chet Atkins Teensville 2:15

06 Dinah Washington & Brook Benton A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love) 2:29

07 Flamingos Nobody Loves Me Like You 2:16

08 Bill Brock A Cup Of Coffee (Then I'll Go) 2:18

09 Sonny Red Bluesville 5:53

10 Starlites Valarie 2:28

11 Nat King Cole Time And The River 2:21

12 Drifters Please Stay 2:17

13 Rosco Gordon Let 'em Try 2:43

14 Solomon Burke Just Out Of Reach (Of My Two Open Arms) 2:45

15 Impressions Gypsy Woman 2:21

16 Eddie Harris Exodus 2:00

17 Shirelles A Thing Of The Past 2:40

18 Laurie Johnson Orchestra Echo Four-Two 2:15

19 Philip Upchurch Combo You Can't Sit Down 2:12

20 Dave Bailey Quintet Comin' Home Baby 5:38

21 John Barry Seven & Orchestra James Bond Theme 2:01

22 Herbie Hancock Watermelon Man 2:55

23 Stan Getz Theme From Dr. Kildare 2:28

24 Soul Stirrers God Is Standing By 2:19

25 Chuck Jackson The Prophet 2:31

26 Impressions Minstrel And Queen 2:24

27 Lonnie Donegan I'll Never Fall In Love Again 3:46

28 Don & Juan What's Your Name 2:14

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VA - Louisiana & The Old New Orleans Sound [2012] (4 x CD's)

OLD NEW ORLEANS

VA - Louisiana & The Old New Orleans Sound [2012] (4 x CD's)

What a Great CD collection this is. 100 songs of the New Orleans sounds. I love this album. It starts with Mardi Gras Mambo, a favorite at Mardi Gras time. Then you get I Wish Someone Would Care, by The Royal Queen of New Orleans "Miss Irma Thomas". She is a true New Orleans Treasure alongside of the likes of Fats Domino, Al Hirt & Johnny Adams. You get more Irma Thomas & several Fats Domino along with Louisiana Man by Doug Kershaw. You just can't find songs like Breakin Up is Hard To Do, by Jivin' Gene & The Jokers, and Mhatilda by  Cookie & The Cupcakes. And so many more. (Amazon)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Hawketts Mardi Gras Mambo 2:14

02 Clifton Chenier Louisiana Stomp 2:54

03 Irma Thomas It's Raining 2:11

04 Rusty & Doug Kershaw Louisiana Man 2:34

05 Fats Domino Walking to New Orleans 2:01

06 Benny Spellman Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette) 2:28

07 Bunk Johnson Alexander's Ragtime Band 3:15

08 James "Sugar Boy" Crawford Jock-a-Mo 2:31

09 Clarence Garlow New Bon Ton Roulay 2:54

10 Paul Gayten Creole Gal 2:30

11 Shirley & Lee Feel So Good 2:52

12 Professor Longhair Go to the Mardi Gras 2:49

13 Boozoo Chavis Paper in My Shoe 2:16

14 Smiley Lewis One Night 2:27

15 Little Richard Send Me Some Lovin' 2:22

16 Alvin Robinson Down Home Girl 3:03

17 Moon Mullican Jambalaya 2:39

18 Sharkey Bonano South Rampart Street Parade 3:37

19 Cookie & the Cupcakes Mathilda 3:12

20 New Orleans Salvation & Marching Band Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho 3:16

21 Billie & DeDe Pierce Algiers Hoodoo Blues 4:49

22 Red Onion Jazz Band When It's Sleepy Time Down South 4:28

23 Slim Harpo I'm a King Bee 3:04

24 Ernie K-Doe A Certain Girl 2:46

25 Sweet Emma & Her Dixieland Boys I Ain't Gonna Give Nobody None of My Jelly Roll 5:32

CD2

01 Bobby Charles See You Later, Alligator 2:50

02 Johnny Preston Cradle Of Love 2:21

03 Earl King Those Lonely Lonely Nights 2:25

04 Joe Barry I'm A Fool To Care 2:23

05 Warren Storm Mama, Mama Look What Your Little Boy's Done 2:22

06 Mr. Banjo & The New Orleans Redheads Heart Of My Heart 5:00

07 Spiders I Didn't Want To Do It 2:46

08 Chris Kenner Something You Got 2:52

09 Johnny Dodds Wild Man Blues 3:11

10 Percy Humphrey's Crescent City Joymakers We Shall Walk Through The Streets Of The City 3:55

11 Bobby Mitchell I'm Gonna Be A Wheel Someday 2:29

12 Link Davis Big Mamou 2:50

13 6 & 7; 8ths String Band Dixieland One-Step 1:16

14 Roy "Professor Longhair" Byrd Bald Head 2:32

15 Johnny Adams I Won't Cry 2:22

16 Jimmy C. Newman Cry, Cry Darling 2:31

17 Al Terry Watchdog 2:06

18 Roy Montrell (Every Time I Hear) That Mellow Saxophone 2:25

19 Benny Spellman Fortune Teller 2:15

20 Smiley Lewis I Hear You Knocking 2:33

21 Huey "Piano" Smith Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu, Pt. 1 2:17

22 Clifton Chenier Country Bread 2:28

23 Jim Robinson's New Orleans Band When You Wore A Tulip 4:51

24 Bobby Charles Take It Easy, Greasy 2:13

25 Jimmy Newman A Fallen Star 2:17

CD3

01 Irma Thomas Wish Someone Would Care 2:18

02 Kid Ory & His Creole Jazz Band Shine 4:36

03 Bunk Johnson Just A Closer Walk With Thee 2:48

04 Guitar Slim The Things That I Used To Do 3:00

05 Clarence "Frogman" Henry I Ain't Got No Home 2:22

06 Lloyd Price Just Because 2:48

07 Turk Murphy Hard Hearted Hannah 3:40

08 Johnny Horton The Battle Of New Orleans 2:31

09 Slim Harpo Got Love If You Want It 2:49

10 Lightinin' Slim My Starter Won't Start 2:51

11 The Dixie Rebels Back Home Again In Indiana 4:16

12 Lazy Lester I'm A Lover, Not A Fighter 2:45

13 Jimmy Clanton A Letter To An Angel 2:54

14 Al Terry Pardon Mr. Gordon 2:08

15 Jivin' Gene & The Jokers Breakin' Up Is Hard To Do 2:28

16 Lightinin' Slim It's Mighty Crazy 2:37

17 Fats Domino Goin' To The River 2:33

18 Jimmy Clanton Another Sleepless Night 2:10

19 6 & 7; 8ths String Band Floating Down That Old Green River 2:37

20 Frankie Ford Sea Cruise 2:46

21 Warren Storm Prisoner's Song 2:52

22 Cookie & The Cupcakes Until Then 2:32

23 John Fred Shirley 1:54

24 Eureka Brass Band West Lawn Dirge 5:44

25 Rod Bernard This Should Go On Forever 2:46

CD4

01 Jack Delaney & His N.O. Jazz Babies Basin Street Blues 2:21

02 Huey "Piano" Smith Don't You Just Know It 2:31

03 Joe Jones You Talk Too Much 2:32

04 Lightinin' Slim Rooster Blues 2:34

05 Phil Philips & The Twilights Sea Of Love 2:23

06 Lu Watters; The Yerba Buena Jazz Band Big Bear Stomp 3:26

07 Johnny Preston Running Bear 2:38

08 Marilyn Horne; Richard Robinson Creole Lullaby 2:30

09 Al Ferrier Hey Baby 2:25

10 Clarence "Frogman" Henry (I Don't Know Why I Love You) But I Do 2:20

11 Emile Christian & His New Orleans Jazz Band Rhythm Kings Lament 2:56

12 Lazy Lester Sugar Coated Love 2:46

13 Charles Sheffield It's Your Voodoo Working 1:49

14 Jimmy Clanton Just A Dream 2:32

15 Red Onion Jazz Band Diga Diga Doo 3:51

16 Slim Harpo Rainin' In My Heart 2:34

17 Halfway House Orchestra Let Me Call You Sweetheart 3:08

18 Cleveland Crochet Sugar Bee 2:33

19 Johnny Dodds Clarinet Wobble 2:34

20 Big Boy Myles New Orleans 2:24

21 Sweet Emma & Her Dixieland Boys Just A Little While To Stay Here 4:01

22 Vin Bruce Dans La Louisianne 3:07

23 Kid Ory & His Creole Jazz Band St. James Infirmary 3:18

24 Glenn Yarbrough The House Of The Rising Sun 3:26

25 Dutch Swing College Band Ory's Creole Trombone (Live) 2:53

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