Long before garage rock became a recognised genre, The Wailers were tearing up dancehalls across the Pacific Northwest with a thrilling mix of sax-driven rhythm & blues, rock 'n' roll and raw teenage energy. Hailing from Tacoma, Washington, they became one of the pioneering bands of the American garage rock movement, inspiring generations of musicians with their uncompromising sound and legendary live performances.
This superb collection brings together the very best of The Wailers' recordings between 1959 and 1962 for the Golden Crest and Etiquette labels. Alongside the evergreen instrumental hit Tall Cool One are their finest singles, album tracks and a selection of recordings on which they appeared as the uncredited backing band for some of their occasional lead vocalists, providing a fascinating snapshot of one of the Pacific Northwest's most important bands.
Whether you're discovering The Wailers for the first time or looking to revisit one of the founding fathers of garage rock, A Tall Cool Scotch On The Rocks is an essential collection packed with timeless instrumentals, driving rock 'n' roll and infectious rhythm & blues.
