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These four- and five-piece combos feature dynamic musicians of the Frisco jazz revival who jammed weekly in a Berkeley dive. At the peak of their musical powers were 6' 5" Louisiana-via Paris clarinet player Frank "Big Boy" Goudie, young trombonist Bob Mielke, then leading his own popular Bearcats jazz band, and piano player Bill Erickson, a brilliant but now forgotten talent who led combos and jam sessions.

Their adventurous style and repertoire were more influenced by New Orleans, Harlem and Kansas City swing than by the Trad Jazz of Watters and Murphy. Goudie's masterful Creole clarinet shines luminously, forged by thirty years playing with the jazz elite of Europe, 1925-55.

Volumes Two and Three include a mystery trumpet player rounding out the combo for a New Orleans-style front line. It was probably one Jerry Blumberg who fused the gritty New Orleans horn style of Bunk Johnson with the classy New York sound of Bobby Hackett. In vivid stereo, these are the best performances available by the elusive Goudie, Erickson or Blumberg.

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These four- and five-piece combos feature dynamic musicians of the Frisco jazz revival who jammed weekly in a Berkeley dive. At the peak of their musical powers were 6' 5" Louisiana-via Paris clarinet player Frank "Big Boy" Goudie, young trombonist Bob Mielke, then leading his own popular Bearcats jazz band, and piano player Bill Erickson, a brilliant but now forgotten talent who led combos and jam sessions.

Their adventurous style and repertoire were more influenced by New Orleans, Harlem and Kansas City swing than by the Trad Jazz of Watters and Murphy. Goudie's masterful Creole clarinet shines luminously, forged by thirty years playing with the jazz elite of Europe, 1925-55.

Volumes Two and Three include a mystery trumpet player rounding out the combo for a New Orleans-style front line. It was probably one Jerry Blumberg who fused the gritty New Orleans horn style of Bunk Johnson with the classy New York sound of Bobby Hackett. In vivid stereo, these are the best performances available by the elusive Goudie, Erickson or Blumberg.

To read the full album liner notes please click here.

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This four-piece combo features dynamic musicians of the Frisco jazz revival who jammed weekly in a Berkeley dive.  At the peak of their powers were 6’ 5” Louisiana-via Paris clarinet player Frank “Big Boy” Goudie, young trombonist Bob Mielke, then leading his own popular Bearcats jazz band, and piano player Bill Erickson, a brilliant but now forgotten talent who led combos and jam sessions on both sides of San Francisco Bay.

Their adventurous style and repertoire were more influenced by New Orleans, Harlem and Kansas City swing than by the Trad Jazz of Watters and Murphy.  Goudie’s masterful Creole clarinet shines luminously, forged by thirty years playing with the jazz elite of Europe, 1925-55.  In vivid stereo, these are the best performances available by the elusive Goudie or Erickson.

To read the full album liner notes please click here.

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The fifth and final installment of the Those Dirty Blues series contains 25 more classic Dirty Blues recordings in a digitally remastered state. Featuring such famed performers as Bessie Smith, Blind Boy Fuller, The Harlem Hamfats, Tampa Red's Hokum Jug Band, Blind Willie McTell, Bo Carter, Lil Johnson, and many other legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of Pre-War Jazz or Blues.

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Richy Kicklighter is best known for his strong original compositions and his smooth, melodic playing style, and "Unknown" is a fantastic example of Richy's unique guitar work in action.

Richy first came to prominence in the late 1980s after releasing his debut album "Just For Kicks," which was an immediate hit on contemporary jazz radio, charting both in the USA and overseas. Over the next several years Richy continued to record and release charting albums which established him as one of the most prominent new jazz guitarists of the era. Since then Richy has continued to expand the musical genres found on his albums to include blues, R&B, and world beat influences. These other stylistic elements, fused with his trademark style of melodic jazz guitar, have helped Richy to create a unique sound that is all his own.

Featuring 8 original compositions done in the way only Richy can, "Unknown" is classic Richy Kicklighter at his best.

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"Jazz For After Hours" is the debut album from the Ron Weinstein Trio. This album features pianist Ron Weinstein, Jeff Johnson on bass, and Byron Vannoy on drums. The album contains a combination of jazz standards, compositions from more obscure corners of the jazz universe, and an original number by Ron, Jeff, and Byron.

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The Unique Ministry known as THE GOSPEL METS is a fine example of Gospel Singers carrying more than a message in songs. THE GOSPEL METS singing, preaching, praying, and prophetic Ministry through the gifts of the Spirit enable them to Minister to the needs of all people, and are under the leadership of Pastor-Evangelist Edith Langston.

THE GOSPEL METS (MESSENGERS OF EDIFYING TRUTH AND SALVATION) were formed in 1963 and began singing in their local area. Within the year they began to perform throughout their home state of Florida. By 1966, they began traveling to other southern states on the weekends. There have been many singers and musicians that started with the group that have moved away and are making it big on a national level, others that stayed in the local area are managers, musicians, and ministers of groups and choirs.

Since 1978 God has blessed this Ministry as a family group, and in 1980 they began working in full Gospel Ministry. Being a family working together in unity has aided in the stability over the years as they have striven to fulfill their vision by conducting Spirit-Filled Revivals.

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Available 6-26-2013 the debut album from Seattle's Dynamic Duo of Maestro Ron Weinstein and Drum Guru Mike Peterson AKA The Suffering Fuckheads!

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Volume 2 of the Naughty 1920s Series contains 25 more risque songs from the 1920s in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Running the gamut from the finest Red Hot Jazz bands, to Pop, to the greatest 20s Novelty songs this album will delight and entertain! This set features renowned artists Irving Aaronson & His Commanders, Ben Selvin & His Orchestra, Scrappy Lambert, Helen Kane, Eddie Cantor, Coon-Sanders' Original Nighthawk Orchestra, Cliff Edwards, Rudy Vallee, Libby Holman, and many other legends of the Roaring Twenties.

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This album contains 25 of the best Risque and Naughty songs from the 1920s in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Running the gammut from the finest Red Hot Jazz bands, to Pop, to the greatest purveyors of classic '20s Novelty songs this album will delight and entertain! Featuring such renowned artists as Helen Kane, Irving Aaronson & His Commanders, Eddie Cantor, Jimmie Noone's Apex Club Orchestra, Cliff Edwards, Annette Hanshaw, Jan Garber & His Orchestra, and many other legends of the Roaring Twenties, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the music of the Jazz Age.

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This album originally recorded in 1990 by Evangelist Dr. Carolyn Vinson & The Highpoint Christian Tabernacle Mass Choir is being made available for the first time on CD. Dr. Vinson has been a long time proponent of The Word through song, as well as a noted author and public speaker on faith based subjects. This album is a fantastic example of classic Gospel choir music at it's best and is sure to uplift and delight all who listen to the music and it's message!

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Lead Vocals - Cornell Lowery, Ernest Lowery, Jr., Charlie T. Lowery, & Cecil Lowery, Background Vocals - Rev. Alvin Lamar Lowery, Levaughn Lowery, & William Edward Lowery, Lead Guitar - Rev. Ralph D. Jennings, Tarus Johnson, & Cecil Lowery, Keyboards - Winton Cobb, Bass Guitar - Eric Guest, Drums - Jerome Lowery, Executive Producer - Rev. Alvin Lamar Lowery, Producer - Sonny Carter, Co-Producer - Winton Cobb, Mixing - Richard Wells.

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This fourth installment of the Those Dirty Blues series contains 25 more classic Dirty Blues recordings in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such famed performers as Alberta Hunter, Mississippi John Hurt, Jelly Roll Morton, Blind Blake, The Memphis Jug Band, Lil Johnson, The Famous Hokum Boys, The Mississippi Sheiks, Papa Charlie Jackson, and many other legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of Pre-War Jazz or Blues.

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This third installment of the Those Dirty Blues series contains 25 more of the best bawdy Blues recordings of all time in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such famed performers as Lil Johnson, Bo Carter, Ethel Waters, The Harlem Hamfats, Big Bill Broonzy, The Hokum Boys, Cliff Carlisle, Memphis Minnie, Tampa Red, and many other legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of Pre-War Jazz or Blues.

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This album contains 24 vintage blues recordings about cocaine and heroin in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such acclaimed performers as Louis Armstrong, Leadbelly, Cab Calloway & His Cotton Club Orchestra, Champion Jack Dupree, Ella Fitzgerald, The Memphis Jug Band, Slim & Slam, Victoria Spivey, and many other legendary acts, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of Pre-War Jazz or Blues.

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Copulatin' Blues Volume 2 contains 25 more of the best Dirty Blues recordings of all time in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such legendary artists as Lil Johnson, Bessie Smith, Lucille Bogan, The Harlem Hamfats, Alberta Hunter, Blind Boy Fuller, The Mississippi Sheiks, Bo Carter, Walter Roland, and many other Blues Legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War blues genre.

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Mezz Mezzrow is one of Jazz music's most interesting characters, and was responsible for putting together many of the greatest sessions in Jazz history. This concert, recorded January 1st 1947, was put on to celebrate the release of his autobiography, "Really The Blues", and to help with the festivities Mezzrow enlisted many of the greatest purveyors of traditional Jazz the world has ever known. Most notably Sidney Bechet aided the performance with his characteristically amazing soprano sax work, and Muggsy Spanier blew his cornet as good as anyone could ever be expected to! Also featured are the legendary Sammy Price tickling the ivories, long time associate Sandy Williams on trombone, the incomparable Wellman Braud on bass, and the widely influential Baby Dodds finishing off the band on drums. In addition to the main band Mezz was joined by long time friends (and recording artists on Mezz's own King Jazz label) Coot Grant and Kid Wilson who present a very playful version of their own song You Can't Do That To Me.

Although not of the highest audio fidelity, these rare recordings offer a great insight into the New York scene at the time. So sit back and enjoy this rare glimpse into the past, with these Jazz pioneers practicing their craft as only they could.

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This remarkable solo piano session was recorded by Hines the same day as his legendary comeback concert at the Little Theatre in New York March 7th, 1964. It was his first solo recording session since 1956, but Hines was immediately right at home. It's a memorable example of Hines playing some standards, a few of his own compositions, and with all of them doing an exquisite job. This album is Jazz Piano at its best, and is a great addition to any Earl Hines collection.

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This Album Features Original Recordings From Grammercy Records And Its Subsidiary Labels Meltone, Prominence, And New Direction Records. Volume VI contains tracks from Rev. Richard Mr. Clean White, Greg Hoover & The Charlotte Area Community Choir, Dr. C.J. Johnson, And Other Gospel Legends!

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This album features rare performances of Jazz Legend Sidney Bechet, with special guest artist Lionel Hampton on Vibes.

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This Album Features Original Recordings From Grammercy Records And It's Subsidiary Labels Meltone, Prominence, And New Direction Records. Volume IV contains tracks from The Dynamic Gospel Flames, Melvin Couch, Rev. Raymond F. Wiliams, Robert Blair & The Fantastic Violinaires And Other Gospel Legends!

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This Album Features Original Recordings From Grammercy Records And Its Subsidiary Labels Meltone, Prominence, And New Direction Records. Volume V contains tracks from Dr. Charles G. Hayes, The Chosen Sons Of God, Rev. Richard Mr. Clean White, The Five Blind Boys Of Mississippi, And Other Gospel Legends!

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This album features The Earl Hines All Star Sextet performing live at the famed Club Hangover in San Francisco California in 1957. These songs are, like all reunions of jazz stars, reminiscent, timeless, and comfortable. The tunes are familiar, everything that needs proving has already been proved, and Hines is among friends. Muggsy Spanier plays cornet, Jimmy Archey trombone, Darnell Howard clarinet, Pops Foster bass, and Earl Watkins drums. The ensemble around Hines includes a touch of New Orleans, black and white, and a generous helping of Chicago in the heyday of Hines. It is impossible to find Hines in a more natural environment, and in this setting Hines shines.

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This album features 19 pioneering examples of early Jazz Scat Vocals in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Covering songs from 1927 through 1938 it gives the listener a great overview of the evolution of Scat singing from its infancy. Featuring performances from such legendary performers as Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Earl Hines, Andy Kirk, Duke Ellington, Bennie Moten, and many others this album is sure to be enjoyed by any fan of Scat singing.

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This Album Features Original Recordings From Grammercy Records And It's Subsidiary Labels Meltone, Prominence, And New Direction Records. Volume III contains tracks from The Highway QCs, Reverend C.L. Fairchild, Greg Hoover, The New Righteous Brothers And Other Gospel Legends!

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This album features the rare 1922-1924 acoustic recordings of Holst conducting his most famous piece, The Planets Orchestral Suite. Although the recording technology on these early acoustic recordings leaves much to be desired, the performances on this album are priceless as an historical document showcasing his interpretation of his own work. We have painstakingly restored the original recordings to as great a degree as possible, while retaining the original audio fidelity. As such we believe that these recordings will be most enjoyable by any student of Holst or fan of The Planets.

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This Album Features Original Recordings From Grammercy Records And It's Subsidiary Labels Meltone, Prominence, And New Direction Records. Volume I contains tracks from The Five Blind Boys Of Mississippi, The Original Soul Stirrers, Robert Blair & The Fantastic Violinaires, And Other Gospel Legends!

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This Album Features Original Recordings From Grammercy Records And It's Subsidiary Labels Meltone, Prominence, And New Direction Records. Volume II contains tracks from Slim & The Supreme Angels, Doc McKenzie & The Gospel Hi-Lites, Spencer Taylor & The Highway QCs And Other Gospel Legends!

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The 2nd installment of the Reefer Blues Series contains 18 more incredible vintage Jazz and Blues recordings about Marijuana in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such renowned acts as Cab Calloway, Fats Waller, The Harlem Hamfats, Benny Goodman, Lucille Bogan, Mezz Mezzrow, and many other legendary Vipers, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War Blues genre.

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The 3rd installment of the Reefer Blues Series contains 18 more incredible vintage Jazz and Blues recordings about Marijuana in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such renowned acts as Louis Armstrong, Julia Lee, Tampa Red, Don Redman, Slim & Slam, Cab Calloway, and many other legendary Vipers, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of Pre-War Jazz or Blues.

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This fantastic 2 disc set features the complete historic July 1960 recordings made by Blues legends Lightnin' Hopkins, Big Joe Williams, Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry in Los Angeles. Recorded early on during the great Folk and Blues revival that occurred during the 1960s, these artists were all instrumental in bringing the classic Blues style back to the mainstream and bringing Blues music to a new generation of listeners.

These recordings have been issued in several forms over the years, but never in their entirety or with the quality of sound as is featured here. This set contains the live recordings from the Ash Grove, studio recordings, and also features 2 bonus tracks by Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry recorded at the Troubadour in 1961.

Presented in a beautifully Digitally Remastered state this album is sure to be enjoyed by any fan of the Country or Folk Blues.

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Group Members - Willie Rogers, Martin Jacox, Ben Odom, Michael Grady, J.J. Farley. Producers - The Original Soul Stirrers, Co-Producer And Mixing - Don Caroll, Co-Mixing And Engineering - Caron Costanzo, Mastering - Rodney Mills, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch. Mixed At Souther Tracks Studio, Atlanta, GA.

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Vocals - Tomika Collins, Crystal Collins, Nora Wilson, & Terri Dexter. Guitar - Walter Johnson, Bass - Kevin Dallas, Drums - Timothy Harris, Producers - St. Anthony Brown & Mama Brown, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineer - Roger Wright.

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Keyboards - Winton Cobb, Bass - Darryl Henley, Guitar - Darryl Henley, Drums - Darryl Henley & Winton Cobb, Background Vocals - Winton Cobb, Darryl Henley, & Edna Neff, Producer - Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineers - Winton Cobb & Darryl Henley, Associate Producer - Darryl Henley, Arranger - Winton Cobb.

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Sopranos - Karla Delmore, Mattie Grigsby, Peatrice Jackson, & Danon Smith, Altos - Cathy Banks, Valeria Glasper, Faye Sterling, & Tricia Young, Tenors - Rodney Jackson, Grayland Thomas, Sidney Tircuit, & Ramon Early, Piano - Everret Parker, Bass - Schuyler Manning, Guitar - Kirk Wilson, Drums - Vernon Daniels, Synthesizer - Everrett Parker, Producer - Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Associate Producer - Rodney Jackson, Engineer - Winton Cobb.

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Vocals - Jimmy Witherspoon, Organ - Groove Holmes, Tenor Saxophone - Teddy Edwards, Drums - Frank Butler, Bass - Jimmy Bond, Guitar - Herman Mitchell, Piano - Paul Moer.

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Background Vocals - The True Saints Of God, Guitar & Drums - St. Anthony Brown, Bass - Jeffery Brown, Keyboards - Michael Brown, Producer - Rev. Charlie Brown, Engineer - Stuart Gordon.

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Lead Vocals - Charles Dukes, Ruben Benton, & Jerry Respress Lead Guitar - Lacy Lucier, Bass - William Lucier, Guitar & Drums - Don Lucier, Drums - David McDowell, Organ & Drums - Lewis Alexander

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Bacground Vocals - The True Saints Of God, Keyboards, Organ, Piano, Bass, Arranger - Michael Brown, Guitar, Drums, Percussion - St. Anthony Brown, Bass - Jeffery Brown, Keyboards, Organ, Writer - Steve Twyman, Piano, Hammond B3 - Haran Griffin, Background Vocals - Amethyst Crawford, Producer - Mama Brown.

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Vocals By - Kennard Bush, Benjamin Bush, Admiral Blaney, & Senethia Hughes, Guest Vocalist - Alicia Hughes (On Wade In The Water) Drums/Percussion - Admiral Blaney & Kennard Bush, Guitar - Sam Anderson & George Tweety Bird Shaw (On Feel The Power & Stop The World), Bass - Sam Shake Anderson, Keyboard - Bryan Manley, Drum Programming - Todd Smith, Thomas Mabe, & Sam Anderson Producer - Sam Anderson, Engineered & Mixed By - Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch.

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Trombone - Joe Gutierrez, Joe Ferral, & Seymour Goldfinger (Bass Trombone), Trumpets - John Fallstich, H. Pokey Carriere, & Sid Feller, Alto Sax - Joe Ferdinado, Alto Sax & Clarinet - Danny Polo, Tenor Sax - Tony Antonelli & Art Moore, Baritone Sax - Art Beck, Piano - Earnest Hughes, Bass - Arnold Fishkind, Drums - Paul Collins.

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This album features piano player Ivory Joe Hunter performing some of his most popular songs, including his hit "I Need You So".

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This album contains a selection of recordings made by Dizzy Gillespie in Paris in 1952 and 1953.

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Group Members - Rev. Calvin Fair, Emma Fair, Effie Freeman, Linda Coleman, Sammy Reed, Laneasa Moore, Roberta Phillips, Lead Guitar - Rev. Charlie Brown, Bass - Jeff McClendon & Rev. Calvin Fair, Keyboards - Barbara Carter & Rev. Lord Reed, Drummer - Tony D. Brown, Producer - Rev. Calvin Fair, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineer - Roger Wright.

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This album features legendary Jazz session musician Danny Barker making his way through 11 Traditional Jazz numbers. One of only two Solo albums ever recorded by Danny, it is sure to be enjoyed by any fan of Traditional New Orleans Jazz. Banjo - Danny Barker, Clarinet - Joseph Muranyi, Piano - Don Frye, Bass - Wellman Braud, Drums - Walter Johnson.

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Guitar - Rev. Charlie Brown, Bass - Jeff McClendon, Drums - Tony D. Brown, Keyboards - Fran Allen, Background Vocals - Hundrea Warner & Deborah Hamlin, Producer - Gordon Boykin, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineer - Roger Wright

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Group Members - Kelly Leak, Kenver Leak, Kacey Leak, Eugene Leak, & Michael Ellis Funderburk, Producer - Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch.

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Vocals - Melvin Couch, Marvin Scandrick, Ernest Marshall, & Arthur Smith, Lead Guitar - Harold Huntley, Jr., Keyboards - Winton Cobb, Drums - Tony Watts, Bass - Eric Guest, Lead Guitar - Calvin Moore.

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This album features the legendary Gospel group The Highway Q.C.'s led by Spencer Taylor. Recorded in 1990 for Meltone Records this album is being made available for the first time on CD. Group Members: Lead Singer - Spencer Taylor, 1st Tenor - Joseph L. Britt, 2nd Tenor - Stanley R. Richardson, Baritone & Drums - Spencer B. Taylor, III, 2nd Lead Singer - Lynn W. Taylor, Lead Guitar - Elbert Evans, Bass - Steven Gardner & Vernon Cornbread Wright, Keyboard - Anson Gleaton, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Producer - Spencer Taylor, Engineer - Winton Cobb.

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This album contains 26 classic blues songs that were covered by the biggest names in Rock & Roll in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Many of the biggest hits of Rock were in fact not new songs at all, but were songs performed decades earlier by the original Bluesmen. This album contains songs that were covered by Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Cream, Eric Burdon & The Animals, Eric Clapton, and many others. Featuring such renowned artists as Robert Johnson, Big Bill Broonzy, Mississippi Fred McDowell, Memphis Minnie, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Leadbelly, Blind Willie Johnson, and many other Blues Legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War blues genre or the Classic Rock acts that covered these songs.

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All Tracks With Unidentified Dates/Personnel Were Recorded Between August 19th, 1939 & June 11th, 1941. Personnel Included: Clarinet - Benny Goodman, Guitar - Charlie Christian, Vibes - Lionel Hampton, Piano - Flether Henderson & Johnny Guarnieri, Trumpet - Cootie Williams, Tenor Sax - Georgie Auld, Bass - Artie Bernstein, Drums - Nick Fatool, Harry Jager, & Dave Tough.

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This album features 10 swingin' tracks by Duke Ellington & His Orchestra.

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This album contains 16 of the best vintage blues recordings about Marijuana of all time in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such renowned acts as Cab Calloway, Sidney Bechet, Ella Fitzgerald, Fats Waller, Stuff Smith, Lil Johnson, and many other Blues Legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War blues genre.

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This album contains 10 great Gospel selections by Spencer Taylor & The Highway Q.C.'s.

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This album contains 22 of the best Dirty Blues recordings of all time in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such renowned artists as Bessie Smith, Sidney Bechet, Lil Johnson, Jelly Roll Morton, Ethel Waters, Bo Carter, Lucille Bogan, and many other Blues Legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War blues genre.

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This album contains 17 of the best Dirty Blues recordings of all time in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such renowned artists as Bessie Smith, Lil Johnson, Alberta Hunter, Memphis Minnie, Rosetta Howard, Victoria Spivey, Lovin' Sam Theard, Lucille Bogan, and many other Blues Legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War blues genre.

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This album contains 20 of the best Dirty Blues recordings of all time in a beautifully digitally remastered state. Featuring such renowned acts as Ethel Waters, Blind Boy Fuller, The Memphis Jug Band, Clara Smith, Lovin' Sam Theard, Lucille Bogan, and many other Blues Legends, this compilation is sure to be greatly enjoyed by any fan of the Pre-War blues genre.

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This album originally recorded for the famed Gospel label Meltone Records features Greg Hoover early in his recording career performing many great Gospel numbers. Being presented here for the first time on CD this album is sure to be enjoyed by any fan of Hoover or Traditional Gospel Choir music. Directors - Greg Hoover & Anthony Bird, Organ - Greg Hoover & Patrick Love, Piano - Greg Hoover & Trent Dunston, Synthesizer - Greg Hoover & Patrick Love, Percussion - Rudy Brown & Anthony Byrd, Bass Guitar - Arnold Whitley, Lead Guitar - Darryl Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Producer - Greg Hoover, Engineered & Mixed By - Winton Cobb.

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This album features Melvin Couch performing many fantastic numbers with help from several other Gospel music legends. Backing up Melvin Couch on this album is Doc McKenzie & The Gospel Hi-lites, Versai Sain, and many other great performers. In 2008 Mr. Couch was inducted into the International Gospel Music Hall Of Fame, largely on the strength of this Album and "What Would The World Be Like Without Jesus", both of which were originally released on Meltone Records. Acoustic Piano - Haran Griffin & Winton Cobb, Steve, Strings - Darryl Henley & Carl Britt, Lead Guitar - Darryl Henley & Versai Sain, Drums - Darryl Henley & Gregory Mullins, Percussion - Doc McKenzie, Darryl Henley, Carl Britt, & Edna Nealf, Electric Piano - Steve & Carl Britt, Bass Guitar - Darryl Henley, Doc McKenzie, & Carl Britt, Organ & Horn Arrangement - Carl Britt, Background Vocals - Doc McKenzie, Darryl Henley, Versai Sain, Sherry Couch, & The Gospel Hi-Lites, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Producer - Doc McKenzie, Co Producer - Darryl Henley, Engineer - Winton Cobb, Mixed/Remixed By - Doc McKenzie & Winton Cobb.

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Background Vocals - Sheila Jackson, Winton Cobb, Versai Sain, Pamela Anderson, Michael Cloud, Gerald Cloud, Haran Griffin, Darryl Henley, Guitar - James Robinson, Keyboard - Haran Griffin & Steve Wyman, Bass - Haran Griffin & Darryl Henley, Percussion - Johnnie Weaver, Jr. , Producers - Haran Griffin & Melvin Couch, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineers - Haran Griffin, Winton Cobb, Johnnie Weaver, Mixing - Winton Cobb, Arrangements By - Haran Griffin.

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This album features Bing Crosby with The Andrews Sisters, The Charioteers, and many other music legends performing many of his most loved songs from the World War II era.

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This album features Bing Crosby with The Charioteers, Duke Ellington, and other music legends performing many of his most loved songs from the World War II era.

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This album features early Rock & Roll legend Bill Haley performing many of his best loved songs.

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This album Bing Crosby with special guest appearances by The Mills Brothers & The Andrews Sisters performing many of his most loved songs.

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This album Bing Crosby with a special guest appearance by Bob Hope performing many of his most loved songs.

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This album features the legendary Sax player Coleman Hawkins leading his own band in concert at the Savoy Ballroom in 1940. Recordings of Hawkin's leading his own band are quite limited, and this gem provides an excellent example of the master at work.

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This album features early Rock & Roll pioneer Fats Domino performing many of his best loved songs.

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This album features early Rock & Roll's greatest performer Chuck Berry performing many of his best known and loved songs.

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This album features legendary Pianist Andre Previn early in his career. Although still young, his skills as a player are clearly demonstrated on this album as he make shis way through Jazz Piano standards such as Ain't Misbehavin', Honeysuckle Rose, and others. Bass - Leroy Vinnegar, Drums - Shelly Manne.

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This album features legendary vocalist Mildred Bailey performing many of the biggest Jazz standards of all time including "All Of Me" and 9 others.

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This album features legendary trumpet player Doc Severinsen and an All Star Band (Deane Kincaide, Mundell Lowe, Trigger Alpert, and Gus Johnson) performing a series of songs with a Southern Theme with a Jazz twist.

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Before Dr. Charles G. Hayes had his group the Cosmopolitan Warriors he recorded several albums with the Cosmopolitan Church Of Prayer Choir Of Chicago, Ill. This album originally recorded for Meltone Records features him early in his recording career performing many great Gospel numbers, and is being presented here on CD for the first time. Soloists - Dr. Charles G. Hayes, Wendell Daniel, Glenn Ford, Dianne Williams Garth, Esquilla Terry, Michelle Brown, Delores Scott Sweeney, Sharon Childs, Larry McDaniel, Organ - Shelby Wills, Drums - Charles Hayes, Jr. & Reggie Walker, Piano - Ray Edwards, Guitar - Byron Gregory, Bass - Veronica Woolfalk, Director - Allen Cathey, Producers - Kevin Yancey & Shelby Wills, Engineers - Paul Saranno & Bob Kearney, Executive Producers - Melvin Couch & Fred Mendelsohn.

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This album features the Delta Blues hero Son House performing 17 of his best sides in a digitally remastered state. Considered to be among the greatest Blues guitar players of all time this album is sure to please any fan of the Pre-War Country-Folk blues genre and makes a great introduction for someone just getting into that style of music.

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This album features folk music legend Pete Seeger performing many classic folk standards including "Boll Weevil", "I've Been Working On The Railroad", and many more

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This album features Bishop Richard "Mr. Clean" White performing 8 amazing Gospel numbers in the way only he can! This album originally recorded for Prominence Records is being presented here for the first time in more than a decade.

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This album features Jazz Piano legend Teddy Wilson backed by an All-Star band (Charlie Shavers Trumpet, Specs Powell Drums, Red Norvo Vibraphone, Remo Palmieri Guitar, And Al Hall Bass) performing many fantastic Standards. This album is sure to be enjoyed by any fan of Wilson or Jazz Piano. Trumpet - Charlie Shavers, Drums - Specs Powell, Vibraphone - Red Norvo, GuitarRemo Palmieri, & Bass - Al Hall.

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This album features Miles Davis along with many other Jazz legends (Charlie Parker, Lucky Thompson, Arvin Garrison, Victor McMillan, Tommy Potter, Dodo Mamarosa, Duke Jordan, Max Roach, Roy Porter) performing many of the songs he's known best for.

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This album features the legendary Reverend C.L. Fiarchild performing 8 amazing Gospel numbers! This album originally recorded for the famed Gospel label Meltone Records is being presented here for the first time on CD.

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This album features the legendary Reverend C.L. Fairchild performing 10 blessed Gospel numbers! This album originally recorded for Prominence Records is being presented here for the first time in more than 15 years Keyboards - Michael Wade & Rev. G. Cunningham, Sconiers - Kevin Yancey, Drums - John John Hillary & Charles Hayes Jr., Bass - Veronica Woolfalk, Organ - Butch Yancey Bass & Synthesizer - Richard Gibbs, Directors - Lamont Hanva & Cynthia Williams, Producers - Kevin Yancey & Michael Wade, Executive Producers - Melvin Couch & Fred Mendelsohn, Engineers - Paul Saranno, Tony Pettinato, & Bobbie Thomas.

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Harry and Jeanie West are widely renowned as some of the greatest and most authentic American Folk musicians to have ever recorded. Their playing and singing is so highly esteemed that the Smithsonian Institute has selected their music as the official representative music for Bluegrass, Old-Time Folk, and Mountain Ballads for their archive. The duo originally began performing together in 1949 and has never stopped since. They have made regular appearances at many folk festivals all the way into the 21st century, including the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival in Asheville, NC. During the 1950s and 1960s they recorded many albums and were highly successful due to the Folk Revival of the time. The tracks on this album were recorded in 1953 and showcase traditional songs from the Smoky Mountains in Southern Appalachia. These songs are part of our great American Heritage and are sure to be enjoyed by any fan or aficionado of traditional American folk music.

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This album features the legendary vocalist Ella Fitzgerald backed up by Chick Webb making their way through amazing renditions of 10 Jazz standards.

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This compilation album features a great selection of Dixieland Jazz performed by all it's greatest players. With performances by Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Kid Ory, Muggsy Spanier, Jimmie Noone, George Lewis, Barney Bigard, and Albert Nicholas, you can't find a better representation of the true Dixieland style!

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This album features 10 amazing performances by some of the most legendary Jazz Sax players of all time.

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Drums Steve Brown, John John Keith, Lead Guitar Ricky Allen, Bass Guitar James McKay, Keyboards Isadore Jackson, Chipper Smith, Congas Gabriel Barker, Executive Producer Melvin Couch, Producer Richard White, Mixed By Winton Cobb.

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This album features Bishop Richard "Mr. Clean" White performing 8 amazing Gospel numbers in the way only he can! This album originally recorded for Meltone Records is being presented here for the first time on CD.

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This album was recorded in New York in 1955 and features the Husband and Wife team of Louie Bellson and Pearl Bailey at their best. This album includes some of Pearl Baileys signature songs, as well as many great Jazz standards.

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This album features the legendary Dizzy Gillespie performing 12 fan favorites.

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This compact disc presents a selection of folk songs from the Dustbowl and Great Depression Era. The music on this album is a uniquely American type of folk known as the Talking Blues . The Talking Blues is a style of folk that puts the lyrical content up front as the driving force of the song. The lyrics are spoken in a regular talking voice (as opposed to being sung), and are generally accompanied by a simple chord pattern played on the guitar or banjo. Performed by prolific folk recording artists Pat Foster and Dick Weissman, these recordings are representative of what you would have actually heard being performed around the nation during that turbulent era in American History. These songs truly capture the spirit of the time, they are like a window to the past. They illustrate how many things never change in the realm of human interaction. Discontent with the government, disdain for the status quo, and the plight of the working man are all themes that are just as relevant and important today as they were then.

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This album features a selection of some of the legendary Maurice Chevalier's best Romantic songs, including the fan favorites "Louise" and "Mimi".

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Django Reinhardt was the first European Jazz musician to influence musicians back in the United States. He was born Jan 23, 1910 in Belgium, and grew up in a Gypsy camp near Paris. His Gypsy upbringing was heavily influential on his playing style, which was very unique and groundbreaking. Throughout his life he was constantly breaking new ground, always ahead of the pack. In addition to his huge pre-WWII influence on Jazz guitar he was one of the first musicians to develop Bop Jazz. This album features recordings that were made in 1947 with the reformed Quintette Of The Hot Club Of France. On these recordings Django is playing with a more traditional band, as opposed to the all string group he was playing with before WWII. The difference in instruments found on this record gives a different feel to the music, although it is still distinctly Django.

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Gregorian Chant has long been recognized as great music to relax by. Gregorian chant is perfect for personal meditation, or for working environments where you wish to have an aura of calm and serenity. This album features 18 soothing tracks that will wash away the stress of the day and leave you feeling centered and at peace.

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The Mills Brothers career has been one of the longest in the history of popular music. They had become a successful live and radio act by the late 20s, scored their first hit in 1931, and were still actively performing with 3 of the 4 original brothers into the 1980s. This album features The Mills Brothers with John, Sr. performing many of their best songs including their hits You Always Hurt The One You Love & Glow Worm as well as their amazing rendition of the classic Mr. Sandman.

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On this 2 disc album, Charlie Barnet is at his best. These recordings feature some of the most noted studio performances of his biggest hits. Charlie Barnet was born on Oct.26, 1913, in New York, NY and died on Sept. 4, 1991, in San Diego, CA. His main instrument was the Tenor Sax and his playing was greatly influenced by Coleman Hawkins. He also played Alto Sax and his style was based on that of Johnny Hodges. Charlie Barnett was also, along with the great Sidney Bechet, one of the few of that period (the 30 s and 40 s) to play the Soprano Sax. Charlie Barnet was born into a wealthy family and, although his parents preferred that he become a lawyer, was a professional musician by the age of sixteen. Arriving in New York in 1932, he began recording as a bandleader a year later. His 1939 recording of Cherokee was a big hit and he became quite famous. His career was at its apex from 1939 1949. After disbanding his regular group in 1949, which included a great Trumpet section consisting of Maynard Ferguson, Doc Severinsen, Ray Wetzel, and Rolf Ericson, Charlie Barnet continued to tour occasionally.

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This compact disc presents a selection of folk songs and folklore from the Revolutionary and Civil War Eras. These recordings are representative of what you would have actually heard being performed so many years ago. The songs truly capture the spirit of the time, they are like a window to the past. They illustrate how many things never change in the realm of human interaction, and make you realize people then were much the same as they are now. These songs are part of our great American heritage and should be listened to by all Americans so we don t forget where we came from.

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This album features many great Gospel artists performing Christmas classic's in a Southern Gospel style.

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Perez Prado was the most important figure in the Latin dance craze of the 1950s. He is known as the King of the Mambo, and for good reason. He is best known for the songs "Mambo No. 5", "Patricia", and "Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White", all of which are included on this album. His legendary stage presence was second to none and his fiery persona carried over to his studio recordings. Other hot Latin dance tracks featured on this album show him at the top of his game.

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Blind Lemon Jefferson is considered to be among the greatest Pre-War country blues artists, right up there with fellow guitar legends Robert Johnson, Mississippi Fred McDowell, and Son House. This album features many of his best sides including Match Box Blues and Black Snake Moan.

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This album features the Folk legend Woody Guthrie performing many American Folk standards early in his career.

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This album features Blues Legend Jimmy Witherspoon performing 25 classic Gospel songs in a way only he could!

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This album features Gospel music legends Slim & The Supreme Angels making their way through some very powerful and moving numbers. Originally recorded for Meltone Records it is being made available on CD here for the first time. Group Members Slim Howard Hunt, Jr., Robert Lee Hightower, Tommy Seymore, Kevin Cloud, Bob Evans, Daniel Scott, Eddie Johnson, Guitar Robert Lee Sugar Hightower, Bass Kevin Cloud, Keyboard Bob Evans, Drums Eddie Johnson, Keyboard Rev. Haran Griffin, Drums Glenn Holmes, Producers Rev. Haran Griffin & Howard Hunt, Engineer Rev. Haran Griffin, Executive Producer Melvin Couch.

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On this album being issued here for the first time on CD Pastor Maceo Woods presents the Christian Tabernacle Choir. Originally recorded for Meltone Records, this is an excellent example of a Traditional Gospel Choir giving praise to their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Minister Of Music Elder George A. Jordan, Organ Lavelle Lacy, Organ & Piano Steven Stewart, Guitar Charles Chip Dubose, Piano John Pilate, Roland Synthesizer Al Price, Yamaha DX7 Cliff Dubose, Bass Tyrone Dickerson, Drums Earl Evans, Leslie Sanders, & Clyde Davis, Producer Billy Carson, Executive Producer Melvin Couch, Coordinator Mack Mason, Engineers - Time Powell, Roger Heiss, Bobbie Thomas, & Gary Cobb, Mixing By Billy Carson & Pastor Maceo Woods.

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Originally recorded for Meltone Records this album is being presented here for the first time on CD. This album features 8 powerful Gospel tracks performed by The Choraleers.

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This album features 10 tracks of Dr. Oscar Lane, Jr. giving a fiery live Gospel performance. Vocals - Dr. Oscar Lane Jr., Vocals, B3 Organ, & Keyboards - Glenn Lane, Guitar - Terry Jones, Background Vocals - Jacquelyn M. Reddick & Glenn Lane, Bass - Richard Brown, Drums - Bobby Hamilton, Sax - Rick Martin, Executive Producer - Dr. Oscar Lane Jr., Engineer - Posey Hedges, Mixed At - Memphis Sound Works. Musicians For Only Believe & Saving Me, Vocals - Dr. Oscar Lane Jr., Vocals, Hammond B3 Organ, & Keyboards - Glenn Lane, Guitar Robert Byrd, Sax Steve Ghundhi, Bass Mike Kelly, Drums Joe Garcia.

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This album features rare World War II performances by Glenn Miller.

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This is a special collectors CD featuring Wolfman Jack himself on Vocals! This was the only album ever made in which Wolfman Jack actually sang. The recordings themselves were from a limited edition 33rpm record cut by the Wolfman. A very interesting and collectible album!

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This album features J.T. Hatten & The Mighty Genesis making their way through 8 powerful Gospel songs. Originally recorded for Meltone Records, it is being made available on CD for the first time on this release. Vocals - J.T. Hatten, Marvin Koonce, & Ralph Koonce, Ralph Koonce Lead Vocals On "I Found A Friend", Marvin Koonce Lead Vocals On "Oh Lord" & "Help Me Jesus", J.T. Hatten Lead On All Others, Guitar - Jasper Cade & Johnnie Lee Hawkins, Bass - Clarence Wright, Drums - Jefferey Jones, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Producer - Haran Griffin.

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South Carolina's Gospel Hi-Lites, led by Doc McKenzie, have released more than a dozen LPs through such labels as Savoy, Meltone, Shurfine and First Lite. This album, originally released on Meltone Records, features Doc McKenzie at his best, using his incredible vocal range to spread the Gospel and inspire the listener!

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South Carolina's Gospel Hi-Lites, led by Doc McKenzie, have released more than a dozen LPs through such labels as Savoy, Meltone, Shurfine and First Lite. This album, originally released on Meltone Records, features Doc McKenzie at his best, using his incredible vocal range to spread the Gospel and inspire the listener! Bass - Darryl Henley, Guitar - Versai Sain, Drums - Gregory Mullins, Keyboard - Haran Griffin, Trumpet - Adrian Cox, Tenor Sax - Roderick A. Smith, Alto & Baritone Sax - Joseph Jennings, Producer - Haran Griffin, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, String & Horn Arrangements - Roderick A. Smith & Haran Griffin, Recorded At - Sound Lab Studio, Engineer - Winton Cobb, Mixing - Haran Griffin.

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This album features Rev. Raymond F. William making his way through several power numbers, and then delivering a fiery sermon. Originally issued on Meltone Records this album is being presented here for the first time on CD. Lead Guitar Rev. Charlie Brown, Bass Jeff McClendon, Drums Tony. D Brown, Keyboard Winton Cobb, Background Vocals Rev. Charlie Brown & The True Saints Of God, Producer Gordon Boykin, Executive Producer Melvin Couch, Engineer Roger Wright, Photography Brady W. Neally.

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This unique collection was compiled from hard to find 78 RPM records, V-discs, and rare live performances, some of which have never been issued on compact disc until now. A must have for any collector!

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This collection contains many of Leadbelly's signature songs such as "Goodnight Irene" and "The Gallis Pole" the latter of which was covered by the rock group Led Zeppelin. American Folk/Blues does not get any better than this!

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This compilation album features many of the best and most popular songs recorded by Folk Blues legend Odetta.

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This album features Big Band Legend Jimmie Lunceford making his way through 10 classic swing numbers, with vocals by Dan Grissom.

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This compilation album features many of the best and most popular songs recorded by Folk Blues legend Odetta including Midnight Special, 'Buked And Scorned and more!

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This album features Hawaiian music legend Arthur Lyman performing many of his best known and loved songs.

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This album features rare Piano Roll recordings of George Gershwin playing his own masterpieces. A must have for any fan of Gershwin's music!

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This album features L. Andre Patterson & The S.H.O.P. Choir giving an amazing performance of 10 great Gospel songs, including fan favorite "Everyday Is A Day Of Thanksgiving". Organist Michael Stokes, Pianist Nathaniel Chavis, III, Keyboards Deon Wofford & Steven Smith, Bass Alex Lagrone & Andre McCottry, Percussionist Troy Garner, Jr., James Baker, & Brian Hurt, Sopranos - Teresa Chess, Lashawn Mitchell, Michelle Kennedy, Peggy Stokes, Sonique McGuire, Luvinia Johnson, Stephanie Johnson, Tracy Johnson, Lydia Ross-Hord, Altos - Cynthia Butts, Marie Bradley, Romania (Dot) Cooley, Kenetha Dorsey, Natasha Shepherd, Maresha Wiley, Tracy (Tank) McGuire, Debra Garner, Ernestine Johnson, Latoya Lloyd, Tenors - DAndre Duffy, Tim Harris, Sean Doyle, Thomas Hall, Cory Harris, Quincy Johnson, Tony Smith, Demetrius Cooley, Landers Rivers, Executive Producers - Melvin Couch & Gus Redmond, Producer Andre Patterson, Mixing Don Carroll, Engineering & Mastering Rodney Mills.

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On this album virtuoso Jazz drummer Art Blakey leads the Jazz Messengers through a blazing, thirteen minute long rendition of the song "New World" and other outstanding cuts showing the bands dynamic range and diversity. A truly remarkable Jazz album!

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These remarkable recordings combine the masterful drumming of Jo Jones with the colorful trumpet playing of Harry "sweets" Edison, making for a wonderful combination and a delightful jazz album!

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It is difficult to find a more authentic or heartfelt piano bar blues album than this record. Otis Spann puts these solid blues numbers across with conviction and real soul, which results from leading the life he sang about. Any blues fan will enjoy these gripping blues performances from a true blues legend!

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Ray Charles demonstrates clearly on this album why he is known by many as "The Father Of Soul". These captivating early recordings capture the work of Charles as a young singer and pianist who was just beginning his rise to fame. His unique style is showcased in a definitive performance of Ain't That Fine and the wonderful rendition of Sittin' On Top Of The World (later covered by British rock group Cream).

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Ray Charles demonstrates clearly on this album why he is known by many as "The Father Of Soul". These captivating early recordings capture the work of Charles as a young singer and pianist who was just beginning his rise to fame. His unique style is showcased in a definitive performance of the title track I'll Do Anything But Work and the many other fine perfomances contained on this album.

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Ray Charles demonstrates clearly on this album why he is known by many as "The Father Of Soul". These captivating early recordings capture the work of Charles as a young singer and pianist who was just beginning his rise to fame. His unique style is showcased in a definitive performance of the title track Ain't That Fine and the many other fine perfomances contained on this album.

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This is a remarkable Jazz Piano album with ten standards serving as the platform for showcasing the incredible talent of Erroll Garner. An enjoyable Jazz listening experience.

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Born June 26th, 1898, in Scott Mississippi, William Lee Conley Broonzy started working in the fields picking cotton and corn at the age of seven. Along with his brothers, he took up coal mining in 1916 before moving to Chicago where he started playing the guitar in the early 1920s. He first recorded in 1927 and became a hit-maker during the next decade. He enjoyed a long recording career (260 blues songs) up to the time of his death, from throat cancer, on August 14th, 1958. He was one of the few popular bluesmen associated with a sound as well as with signature songs like 16 Tons, and Baby Please Dont Go, which are both included on this remarkable blues album.

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Django Reinhardt was considered by many to be the greatest jazz guitar player who ever lived. In these rare performances, Django makes his way through eleven of his own compositions with the help of Stephane Grappelli and the Quintette of the Hot Club of France. This album is a must have for any serious Jazz collector!

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Django Reinhardt was considered by many to be the greatest jazz guitar player who ever lived. In these rare performances, Django makes his way through eleven compositions with the help of Stephane Grappelli and the Quintette of the Hot Club of France. This album is a must have for any serious Jazz collector!

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On these remarkable and previously hard to find recordings Dizzy is accompanied by the legendary Charley Christian on guitar, and Thelonious Monk on piano. This album is a must have for any serious Jazz collector!

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On this album blues legends Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry perform nine raw and powerful blues compositions with the help of special guest appearances by Lightnin' Hopkins and Big Joe Williams. The blending of styles by these noted bluesmen make this a unique collection sure to please both blues fans and collectors.

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Sidney Bechet is still thought by many jazz aficionados to be one of the best soprano sax players who ever lived. He began playing in New Orleans Storyville Quarter and like Louis Armstrong he was a master of the New Orleans style. On this album Bechets virtuosity is apparent. A wonderful collection from a jazz master!

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Meade Lux Lewis will forever be remembered as a pioneer of the "Honky Tonk" and "Boogie Woogie" piano style. This unique album of piano bar favorites is a wonderful listening experience and a splendid example of the truly American saloon style music which was heard across the country from the turn of the century and on up into the '30s and early '40s.

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Featured here in one collection are some of the greatest big band leaders and vocalists that ever hit the stage and shaped the sound of an era! Including; Ella Fitgerald, Billie Holiday, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and many others. In addition to the above this album contains many rare and previously hard to find performances of songs such as Lover Man, That Old Black Magic, One O'Clock Jump and many other all time big band favorites.

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It is difficult to find a more authentic representation of the New Orleans piano bar blues style than Champion Jack Dupree. Born William Thomas Dupree in New Orleans July 23rd 1909, his parents were killed in a fire while still an infant (possibly by the Ku Klux Klan although occasionally he would attribute it to an accident). Growing up in orphanages he was exposed to boxing and playing piano. The nickname "Champion Jack" was given in regard to the many years he spent as a prizefighter and professional boxer. Like many other legendary pianists of the era, such as Jelly Roll Morton, he cut his teeth playing in the brothels and speakeasies in and around New Orleans. Leaving for Chicago in 1930 he concentrated on his boxing career for the next several years, participating in over 100 bouts. His recording debut occurred in 1940, and from there on out he traded in his gloves for 88 keys. Recording many successful sides during the 40s and 50s, he moved to Europe in 1959. He continued to record prolifically for the rest of his life. Just by listening to this record it is apparent that Champion Jack lived the life he sang about. The heart felt songs contained on this album are filled with raw passion and emotion and make for an incredible blues listening experience.

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On this delightful album Bing Crosby croons his way through twelve all time favorite songs with the help of some of the greatest entertainers of the era, including Judy Garland, Peggy Lee, Patti Page and many others!

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These authentic recordings contain songs and dances, many of which were held sacred by their respective tribes and were not performed in the prescence of non tribesmen, thereby offerring a glimpse into the spiritual world of Native American culture. Students of history as well as musicians will enjoy listening to these recordings as a document of some of the earliest tribal music of the Americas.

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This very special collection represents a wonderful cross section of the work that John Lee Hooker was doing in the early to mid 1950's. Compiled from singles that were originally released on 45 rpm discs (of which many have become collectors items due to their release in extremely limited quantities) this album is sure to delight blues enthusiasts and fans of the "King of Boogie" throughout the world.

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This very special collection represents a wonderful cross section of the work that John Lee Hooker was doing in the early to mid 1950's. Compiled from singles that were originally released on 45 rpm discs (of which many have become collectors items due to their release in extremely limited quantities) this album is sure to delight blues enthusiasts and fans of the "King of Boogie" throughout the world.

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These authentic recordings contain songs and dances, many of which were held sacred by the respective tribes and were not performed in the prescence of non tribesmen. These rare recordings offer an interesting glimpse into the spiritual world of Native American culture. Students of history as well as musicians will enjoy listening to these recordings as a document of some of the earliest tribal music of the Americas.

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This album features Jazz Legends Muggsy Spanier and Earl "Fatha" Hines performing many classic early Jazz standards. Recorded in the 1950s this album features superior sound quality to many of the pre-war recordings by the same artists.

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This album contains nearly impossible to find cuts previously unissued on Compact Disc and featuring the incomparable Billie Holiday! Billie Holiday was only with the Count Basie Orchestra for a short time, and these represent the only recordings of the 2 legendary Jazz artists performing together. These tracks remained almost unheard for many decades and until now have only been available on vinyl. Recorded at the Savoy Ballroom Count Basie and Billie Holiday give a sizzling performance of "Swing Brother Swing" and a soulful and heart rendering rendition of "Lover Man". Also Included is a vocal appearance by James Rushing. These Recordings though sometimes rough due the limitations of early recording technology are being presented here due to their historical significance, some surface noise may appear. Announcer - Howard Doyle, Piano - Count Basie, Vocals - Jimmy Rushing, Billie Holiday, Trumpet - Buck Clayton, Ed Lewis, Bobby Moore, Trombone - George Hunt & Dan Minor, Alto Sax - Earl Warren, Alto & Baritone Sax - Jack Washington, Tenor Sax & Clarinet - Lester Young, Tenor Sax - Herschel Evans, Guitar - Freddy Green, Bass - Walter Page, Drums - Jo Jones. Recorded June 30th, 1937.

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A Master of the country/folk/blues style Josh White presents a selection of cuts which personify the melding of blues and American folk and country music. With a carreer spanning five decades (1920's onward) Josh White's many achievements include him being hailed as a top political folk singer and making appearances for President Roosevelt at the Whitehouse. He later became well known for his "Cafe Society" performances and enjoyed further succsess during the early sixties folk revival.

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This album features three of the most outstanding musicians who turned the violin from classical use to Jazz. Stephane Grappelli was one of the original members of the famed Django Reinhart Hot Club of France and worked all over Europe playing the top Jazz festivals. Stuff Smith, who became one of the heroes of the swing era, was one of the first to play an amplified violin and landed many Jazz awards. Jean-Luc Ponty has taken up the mantle from Grappelli and Smith, and his outstanding viruosity in his early days can be heard on these recordings.

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It has been said that Mississippi Fred McDowell was so poor that he could not afford to purchase his own guitar until after he had been playing for twenty years! It can be stated without qualification that Fred McDowell is a singer and guitarist of such commanding power and originality that he must be counted as one of the leading "Delta Blues" players of all time. He is the master of the bottleneck blues guitar style applied by other legendary players such as Robert Johnson, Bukka White and Big Joe Williams. All of the players listed above used the guitar as both a melodic and a rhythm instrument by slapping the body neck and strings, creating a uniquely American style of music which has captivated generations of fans. This album contains many gripping and soulful cuts which have become both rock and blues standards, including Good Morning Little School Girl (later covered by the Yardbirds), Got To Move (covered by The Rolling Stones) and a sizzling version of The Train I Ride (covered by UFO). This album is a must have for any student or enthusiast of the delta blues guitar technique.

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Josh White is a legendary Folk Bluesman who experienced a resurgance of success in the 50s and 60s during the folk revival along with other artists such as Woody Guthrie, Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry. This albums presents recordings from this later period in his career and present many of his best loved songs in superior quality to original recordings from the 30s and 40s.

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This album features Country Blues legend Big Joe Williams performing many of his trademark songs. The recordings on this album are from a 1963 session in Europe, and offer an interesting insight into Big Joe during the 60s. This album is sure to be enjoyed by any fan of the Delta Blues.

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During their illustrious career the Soul Stirrers have performed across the globe and included in their ranks such legendary lead vocalists as Sam Cooke. The group has also been honored by being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Entertainment Hall of Fame. This remarkable album is dedicated to the loving memory of J.J. Farley, a founding member of the group who was captured here during one of his last performances. Bass - Ben Odom, Guitar - Jackie Banks & Criss "Righteous" Johnson, Organ - Butch Heyward, Haran Griffin, & Ben Odom, Drum - Jay Peck & Gregory Mullins, Produced By - Haran Griffin & The Soul Stirrers, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Mixed & Engineered By - Ben Odom & Winton Cobb.

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South Carolina's Gospel Hi-Lites, led by Doc McKenzie, have released more than a dozen LPs through such labels as Savoy, Meltone, Shurfine and First Lite. This album, originally released on Meltone, features Doc McKenzie at his best, using his incredible vocal range to spread the Gospel and inspire the listener! Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Producer - Doc McKenzie, Mixing - Don Carroll & Caron Costanzo, Engineer - Caron Costanzo, Mastering - Rodney Mills.

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These recordings were compiled from rare 45 rpm discs capturing John Lee Hooker in his early career. This album features some previously hard to find singles with heartfelt vocals and raw "brass knuckle" blues guitar work. These Recordings, though sometimes rough due the limitations of early recording technology, are being presented here due to their historical significance. Although we have done our best to re master these recordings for compact disc some surface noise may appear. Any fan of John Lee Hooker would enjoy this captivating record of his early work.

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This album is being released here for the first time on compact disc. Previously having only been available on vinyl, "Deep Sea Diver" features legendary bluesman Nappy Brown at his very best! Lead Guitar - Charlie Brown, Bass - Darryl Henley, Drums - St. Anthony & Jimmy Jackson, Keyboard - Haran Griffin, Alto & Baritone Sax - Joseph Jennings, Tenor Sax - Roderick A. Smith, Trumpet - Wayne King & Adrian Cox, Horn Arrengements - Roderick A. Smith, Background Vocals - Kim Brown & Karen, Producer - Haran Griffin, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineer - Roger Wright, Mixing - Haran Griffin.

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This is a solid blues album which features Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry performing with Lightnin' Hopkins as they make their way through twelve raw and powerful blues compositions.

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This album features Louis Armstrong and King Oliver with a special guest vocal by the incomparable Bessie Smith. These recordings present a fantastic roots of Jazz listening experience for any connoisseur of Early Jazz.

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It is hard to equal the bluesy and soulful guitar and vocal stylings of Big Bill Broonzy. Arguably the greatest Country Blues guitar player to have ever lived, one must at least put him along side the other greats such as Robert Johnson, Mississippi Fred McDowell and Son House. On these recordings he serves up many of his best known songs with conviction, impeccable wit and brilliant lyricism as only he could!

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This album includes many of the legendary Fats Waller's classic songs including a rarely heard alternate version of Ain't Misbehavin' and several outtakes. A must have album for fans of Harlem Jazz piano in the thirties.

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With the elegant sax work of Charlie Barnet leading the way, this album takes you from the swinging sounds of Big Band standards like "Take The 'A' Train", to the sultry film noir landscape of the orchestra's rendition of "Harlem Nocturne". All of this albums selections were recorded in the late 50s in Stereo with the best sidemen in the business, giving this album superior sound to many of the older 30s and 40s recordings, and makes for a truly wonderful listening experience! Tracks 1-4 were recorded on August 5th & 6th 1958 in New York. Trumpets: Charlie Shavers, Irving Markowitz, Clark Terry, Al Stewart. Jimmy Nottingham replaces Charlie Shavers on tracks 1 & 3 Trombones: Billy Byers, Frank Saracco, Bobby Byrnes & Erwin Price Reeds: Charlie Barnet, sax; Danny Bank, baritone; Dick Hafer, tenor; Kurt Bloom, tenor; Vinnie Dee, alto; Pete Mondello, alto, tenor & baritone Rhythm: Chubby Jackson, bass; Nat Pierce, piano; Terry Snyder, drums, Bunny Briggs, vocals. Don Lamond replaces Terry Snyder on tracks 1 & 3 Arrangers: Bill Holman, Billy Moore, Andy Gibson. Tracks 5-8 were recorded on September 3rd & 4th 1958 in New York, Trumpets: John Bello, Doc Severinsen, Dick Sherman, Charlier Shavers Trombones: Billy Byers, Frank Rehak, Chauncey Welsh, Reeds: Charlie Barnet, alto & soprano; Phil Woods, alto; Dick Melodonian, alto & tenor; Dick Hafer, tenor; Kurt Bloom, tenor; Danny Bank, baritone, Rhythm: Nat Pierce, piano; Barry Balbraith, guitar; Milt Hinton, bass; Don Lamond, drums. George Duvivier replaces Milt Hinton on tracks 7 & 8, Arranger: Bill Holman. Tracks 9 & 10 were recorded on September 29th in New York, Trumpets: John Bello, Jimmy Maxwell, Al Derisi, Charlie Shavers, Trombones: Bill Byers, Frank Rehak, Chauncey Welsh, Reeds: Phil Woods, alto; Dick Meldonian, alto & baritone; Dick Hafer, tenor; Kurt Bloom, tenor; Danny Bank, baritone, Rhythm: Nat Piere, piano; Barry Galbraith, guitar; Wendell Marshall, bass; Don Lamond, drums, Arranger: Bill Holman.

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Memphis Slim is known as one of the greatest blues piano players of all time, and for good reason. On this album he cuts loose with some of his best known numbers, adding powerful vocals to complete the hard driving piano bar feeling he's so well known for.

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These recordings were made in the Mississippi and Louisiana State Penitentiaries. The singers and musicians were all African American prisoners. It is hard to find more heartfelt blues performances than this album which was recorded by anonymous prisoners. If you have ever wondered what it would be like on a chain gang then hopefully you will never get any closer than this album. You can literally hear the prisoners breaking the rocks as they sing these haunting spirituals and work songs. A must have for any serious student of the blues.

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One of the oldest gospel quartets in the world, this group originated in Piney Wood, Mississippi in 1944. The 5 Blind Boys of Mississippi have been singing for 55 years. Today, they are as strong as ever, keeping up with the pace of Gospel music. The group consists of the following outstanding men: Sandy Foster (lead singer), Joe Watson (first tenor), Charles Monique (second lead), Willie Glover (guitar), Ollie Thomas (baritone), and Jesse Brown (bass). They have won two Grammy and Stellar Awards, and they were inducted into the Ebony Gospel Hall of Fame. The Name Of The Mississippi Blind Boys rings throughout the world as they continue to sing their traditional hit songs of yesterday and today. Keyboards - Winton Cobb, Drums - Gregory Mullins, Bass - Versai Sain, Guitar - Curtis Foster. Producer Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Mixing By - Winton Cobb & Rick Cruz Engineered By - Todd Watson.

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Original Piano Roll Recordings from The 1920's! Created between 1924 & 1926 they showcase the amazing playing of one of Jazz Piano's earliest pioneers.

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Fletcher Henderson enjoyed tremendous popularity in the 1920's and 1930's "Red Hot Jazz" scene, and was an early pioneer of the swing music era that was to follow. The album presented here is a wonderful sampling of Harlem in the 30's according to Fletcher Henderson, capturing all the flavor and decadence of the "Jazz Age" with its speakeasy's fast cars and hot music.

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Luckey Roberts was a virtuoso Ragtime and stride pianist contributing much to the Jazz and Blues piano styles of his day. On the recordings featured here Lucky elegantly makes his way through many of the Jazz age standards of the 20's and 30's including Ballin' the Jack, Anything Goes, Sweet Georgia Brown and other favorites.

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This album features Jimmy Noon and Kid Ory as they masterfully play their way through ten red hot New Orleans classics with a special guest vocal appearance by Louis Armstrong on the classic "When The Saints Go Marchin' In"!

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Leon "Bix" Beiderbecke was truly one of the greatest Jazz cornet players of his day. Legend has it that he drank as hard as he played, in speakeasies selling low quality prohibition liquor, and hence died at an early age. The music contained in these recordings, although sometimes rough due to the recording technology of the time, reflects the true flavor of the "Roaring Twenties" Jazz scene. Just listening to these recordings brings to mind visions of flappers, bootleggers, and gangsters and propels the listener back in time to the Jazz Age in all its excess and glory!

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Charles J. Lawrence, better known by fans worldwide as Charlie Brown, has performed with many notable Gospel groups including Robert Blair & The Fantastic Violinaires, The Original Five Blind Boys of Mississippi, and many others. To hear Charlie Brown sing is to hear true perfection. On this album, with crisp highs and raspy, soulful lows, he and The Saints makes their way through ten uplifting Gospel compositions. This Record is a "must have" for any fan of Charlie Brown! Lead Guitar/Bass - Versai Sain, Keyboard - Michael L. Dalcoe, Strings/Horns/Guitar/Drums - Anthony M. Dalcoe, Drums - Greg Mullins, Rhythm Guitar - Charlie Brown, Background Vocals - Charlie Brown, James Fairley, Richard Stevenson, Joe Brooks, Versai Sain. Producer - Charlie Brown, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Engineer - Rick Cruz, Mastering - Rodney Mills.

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Captured in concert at the Free For All Baptist Church, this album represents the last live recording of Robert Blair before his untimely death in 2001. Truly at their best on stage, and filled with energy and the grace of God, Robert Blair & the Fantastic Violinaires serve up ten songs with conviction and an array of outstanding back up vocals! Mr. Blair will be missed by all who knew him, and by his many fans who were greatly inspired by his music. Producer - Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Mixing By: Winton Cobb & Rick Cruz

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In 1955 Earl Gaines scored his first hit "It's Love Baby (24 Hours A Day)" with Louis Brooks & His Hi Toppers, a new version of which is featured on this album. Gaines continued his musical career through the mid 70s recording for several labels, and then went on hiatus for 14 years. House Party, originally recorded in 1989, was Gaines comeback album and is being presented here for the very first time on compact disc.

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During their illustrious career the Soul Stirrers have performed across the globe and included in their ranks such legendary lead vocalists as Sam Cooke. The group has also been honored by being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Entertainment Hall of Fame. On these recordings the group is at their best, captured in concert performing many classic Gospel standards! Group Members: Willie Rogers, Martin Jacox, Ben Odom, Michael Grady. Choir - Bethlehem Choir Of Chicago, Ill. Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Producer - Winton Cobb, Mixing - Winton Cobb & Rick Cruz, Mastering - Winton Cobb.

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Since 1965 Robert Blair & The Fantastic Violinaires have been a powerful force in Gospel music. This album is one of the last studio albums made by Blair, and shows that he still had all the fire and passion he was so well known for. In 2001 Robert Blair passed away and will be sorely missed by the Gospel community. Group Members: Robert Blair, Charlie Brown, Robert Arrington, Dwight Arthur, Gregory Harris, Danny Walker, Jeffery Durant. Producer - Winton Cobb, Executive Producer - Melvin Couch, Mixing By: Winton Cobb & Rick Cruz.

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Django Reinhardt was considered by many to be the greatest jazz guitar player who ever lived. This album contains rare Django at his best.

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