Few artists have earned the respect of rockabilly fans quite like Ronnie Self.
Although he released only a handful of singles during rock 'n' roll's golden years and never scored a major hit of his own, recordings such as Bop-A-Lena, Pretty Bad Blues, Big Fool, Flame Of Love and Ain't I'm A Dog have become enduring classics of the genre.
Fully remastered from the finest available sources and complemented by informative booklet notes, this comprehensive collection brings together Ronnie Self's finest recordings.
From hard-driving rockers to blues-soaked ballads, these performances capture the raw energy, attitude and originality that made Self one of rockabilly's most admired figures.
Ronnie Self died tragically young, before he could fully enjoy the recognition his music received during the Rockabilly Revival of the 1970s and early '80s.
Today, his recordings continue to win over new generations of fans with their uncompromising sound and unmistakable personality.
Self was also an exceptional songwriter.
His compositions were recorded by major stars including Jerry Lee Lewis, while this collection also features Brenda Lee's superb versions of I'm Sorry, Sweet Nothin's, Everybody Loves Me But You, Anybody But Me and Eventually, highlighting the lasting impact of his songwriting alongside his own unforgettable recordings.
