1. Born to Boogie 2. Daddy Sang Bass 3. We Did It in '54 4. Disciple in Blue Suede Shoes 5. What Am I Living For? 6. Sweeter Than Candy 7. Rise and Shine 8. Sing a Song with Me 9. Matchbox 10. Redneck 11. I Want You Back Again 12. Twenty One 13. This Ole House 14. Hallelujah Special 15. I Can Feel It 16. Blue Suede Shoes 17. Boppin' the Blues 18. Honey Don't
Carl Perkins • Sweeter Than Candy: The Rarities Collection CD
Discover a less familiar side of Carl Perkins, the pioneering rockabilly artist whose influence helped shape the sound of early rock ’n’ roll. Sweeter Than Candy: The Rarities Collection brings together 18 recordings spanning rock ’n’ roll, country and gospel-influenced material, offering a different perspective on the man behind classics such as “Blue Suede Shoes” and “Matchbox”.
Featuring alternative versions, lesser-known songs and a selection of titles that dig deeper into Perkins’ catalogue, this collection ranges from the driving energy of “Boppin’ the Blues” and “Honey Don’t” to the country flavour of “Daddy Sang Bass” and “This Ole House”. Highlights include “We Did It in ’54”, “Disciple in Blue Suede Shoes” and the title track, “Sweeter Than Candy”.
A worthwhile addition for rockabilly enthusiasts, Carl Perkins fans and collectors interested in the wider story of early rock ’n’ roll, this 18-track CD explores a different corner of a legendary career. If you know Perkins chiefly for his celebrated hits, this collection offers plenty of reasons to dig a little deeper.
