Sun Records- The Blues Years 1950-1956

Extraordinary Presentation Box w 9 individually sleeved LPs containing 151 recordings, w 44page booklet containing interviews w Sam Philips & musicians, a complete session discography, a chronological account of the blues years and lots of pictures[matthiasb] This box set contains 9 vinyl lp discs each in a feature-packed (photos & information) individual sleeve in addition to an lp-size 44-page book filled with interviews, a complete session discographies, a chronological account of the blues years, features on the historic Memphis music scene of that era, and a wealth of period photos and illustrations. Most importantly, however, is the music contained on the 9 discs - a total of 151 recordings by such artists as Howling Wolf, B. B. King, Jackie Brenston, Little Junior's Blue Flames, Walter Horton, James Cotton, Little Milton, Billy Emerson, Rosco Gordon, Lost John Hunter and many, many others. Selections include: Boogie in the Park, Rocket 88, Ridin' the Boogie, Sam's Drag, 4 o'clock Blues, Drivin' Slow, Mystery Train, Red Hot, and scores of others. You will listen to: The Prisonaires singing Don't Say Tomorrow, The Jones Brothers doing Gospel Train, Sweet Home Chicago by Honeyboy Edwards. This box set is a historical treasure trove of blues, gospel and R&B music from Memphis in the early fifties. Many recordings had not been previously issued. [mirko][][]