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The Anthology: 1947-1972The Anthology: 1947-1972 by Muddy Waters
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I was fortunate to have seen Muddy play several times. A powerful presence on the stage. His music tells the whole story from country to city.
The Paul Butterfield Blues BandThe Paul Butterfield Blues Band by The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
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Where it all started for me. Chicago blues at its best.
West Side SoulWest Side Soul by Magic Sam
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Has been called the best blues album ever. R&B tinged.
Mississippi Delta Blues Jam in Memphis, Vol. 1Mississippi Delta Blues Jam in Memphis, Vol. 1 by Various Artists
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One of the best country blues albums.
Hound Dog Taylor and the HouserockersHound Dog Taylor and the Houserockers by Hound Dog Taylor & the Houserockers
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I saw Hound Dog play and this album captures his good time bar band ambiance. Give me back my wig!
Chicago/The Blues/Today!Chicago/The Blues/Today! by Various Artists
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Three CDs with luminaries like James Cotton, Otis Rush, etc. Fundamental!
Blues Masters: The Very Best of Lightnin' HopkinsBlues Masters: The Very Best of Lightnin' Hopkins by Lightnin' Hopkins
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Distilled essence of Texas blues.
Indianola Mississippi SeedsIndianola Mississippi Seeds by B.B. King
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My favorite BB King album.
The Best of Brownie McGee / Brownie McGee (Storyville)The Best of Brownie McGee / Brownie McGee (Storyville) by Brownie McGee
Piedmont blues. Virtuouso guitar.