Howlin' Wolf • Memphis Days - The Definitive Edition Volume 1 CD
Memphis Days - The Definitive Edition, Vol. 1 is a superb 21-track collection capturing the early recordings of legendary Blues giant Howlin' Wolf. Recorded in Memphis during the early 1950s, these historic sessions showcase the raw, powerful sound of one of the most distinctive voices in the history of Electric Blues, with Wolf's unmistakable vocals and harmonica at the heart of the music.
This fascinating collection brings together some of Wolf's earliest recordings, including Oh Red, My Last Affair, Come Back Home, California Boogie and California Blues, alongside the classic Mr. Highway Man (Cadillac Daddy), Bluebird Blues and (Everybody's) In The Mood. The set also includes the hugely important How Many More Years and Baby Ride With Me (Ridin' In The Moonlight), plus previously unissued recordings that make this an especially worthwhile collection for Blues collectors.
With sessions dating from 1951 to 1952 and performances featuring musicians including Willie Johnson, Willie Steele and James Cotton, Memphis Days - The Definitive Edition, Vol. 1 offers an exceptional glimpse into the formative years of one of the great figures of Memphis Blues. Essential listening for fans of Howlin' Wolf, Electric Blues and the raw early sound of post-war Blues.
