The Essential
Released: Jun 5, 2001
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Released: Jun 5, 2001
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Washboard Sam was a pivotal, if somewhat unsung, figure in late-'30s and 1940s blues, taking country hokum concepts to the city and to the edge of R&B and even small-combo jazz. Yes, he played...
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Washboard Blues 1935-1941
Released: Feb 18, 1997
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Released: Feb 18, 1997
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Washboard Blues 1935-1941 is an excellent overview of Washboard Sam's great tracks, containing all the highlights from his peak years. It's ideal for the curious, or listeners who don't want to dig...
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Complete Recorded Works, Vol. 2 (1937-1938)
Released: Jun 2, 1994
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Released: Jun 2, 1994
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Washboard Sam's recordings are always fun to hear. The good-time music, which also includes occasional lowdown blues, is quite accessible and not all that far from swinging jazz. This CD has 23...
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Complete Recorded Works, Vol. 3 (1938)
Released: Jun 2, 1994
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Released: Jun 2, 1994
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The recordings of Washboard Sam are consistently fun, emphasizing good-time music and swinging playing. The performances fall between blues and 1930s jazz. Even if there is a certain sameness to...
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