1. Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On
2. Tutti Frutti
3. Shake, Rattle and Roll
4. Sittin' On Top Of The World
5. Ready Teddy
6. Long Tall Sally
7. That's All Right
8. Where The Rio De Rosa Flows
9. Good Rockin' Tonight
10. I Got A Woman
11. Hey, Good Lookin'
12. Jenny Jenny
Rockabilly pioneer Carl Perkins turns up the heat on Whole Lotta Shakin', his second studio album, originally released in 1958. Rather than revisiting his own hits, Perkins takes on 12 established rock 'n' roll, rhythm & blues and country favourites, bringing his distinctive guitar playing and unmistakable vocal style to songs made famous by some of the biggest names in early rock 'n' roll. It's a fascinating snapshot of one of the genre's great architects interpreting the music that helped shape his sound.
Recorded in Nashville in June 1958, the album features Perkins tackling material associated with Little Richard, Elvis Presley and Ray Charles. His versions of “Tutti Frutti”, “Ready Teddy” and “Long Tall Sally” capture the exuberance of early rock 'n' roll, while “That's All Right”, “Good Rockin' Tonight” and “Hey, Good Lookin'” reveal the deep connections between rockabilly, blues and country. The album also includes “Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On”, giving Perkins the opportunity to put his own stamp on a song that became a rock 'n' roll sensation.
For fans of classic rockabilly and 1950s rock 'n' roll, Whole Lotta Shakin' offers a different perspective on Carl Perkins, showcasing his interpretations of the songs and styles that surrounded him at the height of the rock 'n' roll explosion. From Little Richard's piano-driven energy to the country roots running through the repertoire, this is an essential piece of the wider story of early rock music and a rewarding addition to any collection devoted to its founding figures.
