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BLUES AFTER DARK-Part 5-The greatest modern blues singers
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Live at the RegalLive at the Regal by B.B. King
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B.B.'s vocals are impeccable on what many consider to be his best album ever. Give it a listen & see.
Deluxe EditionDeluxe Edition by Koko Taylor
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Every single album & CD Koko has released is a five star effort, so who can pick just one ? Start here, and you'll be hooked.
Blue StreakBlue Streak by Luther Allison
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This epic studio session shows Luther at his absolute best on both vocals & blazing blue guitar.
The Birth Of Soul : The Complete Atlantic Rhythm & Blues Recordings, 1952-1959The Birth Of Soul : The Complete Atlantic Rhythm & Blues Recordings, 1952-1959 by Ray Charles
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Herer's 3 discs of Ray's great blues recordings ever, before he discovered C & W. You'll love every disc.
The Heart of a WomanThe Heart of a Woman by Etta James
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Etta takes "Only Women Bleed" by Alice Cooper and turns it into a deep, soulful ballad. Etta has always been at the top.
Howlin' Wolf: His Best (Chess 50th Anniversary Collection)Howlin' Wolf: His Best (Chess 50th Anniversary Collection) by Howlin' Wolf
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Howlin' Wolf had a stand alone voice. Nothing smooth, soft & elegant here, just raspy, gutteral Chicago South Side blues with a voice that's never been equaled.
The Chess Box :Muddy WatersThe Chess Box :Muddy Waters by Muddy Waters
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Muddy;s unique voice is at his finest on this all inclusive hit recording collection. A must own work of a genius.
Deluxe EditionDeluxe Edition by Katie Webster
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One of the great blues voices of our time. All of her releases are 5 star recordings.
Best of the 60'sBest of the 60's by The Animals
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The early sounds from the sixties of the great Eric Burdon. Real blues here.
Official Live Bootleg 2000Official Live Bootleg 2000 by Eric Burdon & the New Animals
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And this recent release shows that Eric can still belt out the blues.
Talking to StrangersTalking to Strangers by Shemekia Copeland
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One of the contemporary blues scene greats who's sure to be a legend someday.
Never Been Rocked EnoughNever Been Rocked Enough by Delbert McClinton
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This is the best CD this Texas blues star ever released. 11 great blues songs. Not to be missed.
Big, Bad & Blue : The Big Joe Turner AnthologyBig, Bad & Blue : The Big Joe Turner Anthology by Big Joe Turner
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Fantastic collection from the king of west coast blues & the father of rock & roll.
A Long Time Comin'A Long Time Comin' by The Electric Flag
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Nick Gravenites had a real passion for the blues and a voice to back it up.
Blue HouseBlue House by Marcia Ball
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Marcia's fantastic vocals come through loud and clear on this one. I still think that it's her best recording ever.
The 'Spoon ConcertsThe 'Spoon Concerts by Jimmy Witherspoon
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Excellent live recording from "The Spoon".
Hoodoo Man BluesHoodoo Man Blues by Junior Wells' Chicago Blues Band
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A landmark album from Junior Wells as he teams up with Buddy Guy here. Flawless.
Little Milton - Greatest HitsLittle Milton - Greatest Hits by Little Milton
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Little Milton is yet another great vocalist and guitarist.
Down the RoadDown the Road by Van Morrison
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I can't leave this Irish blues & rock great off of this list. His voice is just too good.
Hide Away: The Best of Freddy KingHide Away: The Best of Freddy King by Freddie King
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Freddie was a great vocalist as well as a top blues guitarist. Check him out here.
From the CradleFrom the Cradle by Eric Clapton
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Eric's great blues vocals were as much of a surprise as his return to his blues roots. A classic.
The Real Folk Blues/More Real Folk BluesThe Real Folk Blues/More Real Folk Blues by Sonny Boy Williamson
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Rough, raw blues vocals and great harp work from Sonny Boy the second.
Sing It!Sing It! by Marcia Ball
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This 1998 release features 3 great blues voices together.Great album.
Blues CollectionBlues Collection by Various Artists
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This 3 disc collection is a STEAL at this price. Everyone from Billie Holiday to B.B. King can be found here.
Vanguard: Roots of the BluesVanguard: Roots of the Blues by Various Artists
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Every single style of blues can be found on this 3 disc set. At least two dozen great blues vocalists.