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33rpm Lacquer-cuts: Kevin Gray
Phoenix Mastering restoration from original analog tapes
Lacquer-Cuts by Kevin Gray
180g test-pressings approving in our studios
New Stampers every 500 copies
Slow pressing cycle
Unequalled quality control in Europe
New Tip-on gatefold printed in Italy
Pressed by Simon Garcia, in France
The blues, born in the cotton fields of the American South, emerged from makeshift instruments and simple harmonies rooted in African heritage. It captured the struggles, hopes, and fleeting joys of laborers enduring harsh conditions, with its hallmark blue note adding a unique dissonance to this evocative musical style.
As industrialization progressed, the blues migrated to urban centers like Chicago and New Orleans, evolving with modern instruments and expanding themes to reflect urban struggles, sensual nights, and existential despair. This period birthed many of the musicians who later formed the American Folk and Blues Festival (AFBF), an initiative started in 1950s Germany to introduce Europe to the genre and counter its reductive reputation as a precursor to jazz.
The Lost Recordings celebrates these legendary artists through restored performances from the 1962 Olympia in Paris and the 1963 Stadttheater in Bremen. Featured artists include John Lee Hooker, Memphis Slim, Sonny Terry, Brownie McGhee, T-Bone Walker, Helen Humes, and others, showcasing the depth and evolution of the blues.
From intimate duos like Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terrys harmonica-guitar interplay to T-Bone Walkers electrifying group performances, each act demonstrates the genres versatility and influence. John Lee Hookers solo mastery mesmerized audiences, while T-Bone Walker pioneered the electric guitars place in blues, inspiring legends like B.B. King.
The album also highlights Sonny Boy Williamson, whose charismatic harmonica and profound sensitivity defined his performances. These concerts take listeners on a journey through the authentic sound of the blues, traversing Americas history and foreshadowing its transformative impact on global music.
Brownie McGhee, vocals & guitar
Sonny Terry, vocals & harmonica
Sonny Boy Williamson II, vocals & harmonica
Helen Humes, vocals
Willie Dixon, vocals & bass
John Lee Hooker, vocals
T-Bone Walker, guitar
Memphis Slim, vocals & piano
Davor Kajfes, piano
Jump Jackson, drums
Shakey Jake, vocals & harmonica
Matt Guitar Murphy, guitar
Bill Stepney, drums
Sunnyland Slim, piano
Hubert Sumlin, guitar
Clifton James, drums
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