Western Star Rockabillies volume 3 CD

Western Star Rockabillies Volume 3 CD

Western Star Rockabillies Vol. 3 brings together 20 high-octane rockabilly and rock 'n' roll tracks from the UK's thriving modern rockin' scene. This 2008 compilation features scene favourites including Jack Rabbit Slim, Bill Fadden, Sue Moreno, Rudy La Crioux, Graham Fenton and a host of talented bands, delivering a lively mix of contemporary rockabilly, vintage-inspired rock 'n' roll and driving rhythm and blues.

The action starts with Jack Rabbit Slim's “High Tone Woman” and barrels through Bill Fadden & The Rhythm Busters' “Heartbreakin' Mama”, The Rockin' Bandits' “Done Gone” and The Kansas City Cryers' “Bow My Back”. Sue Moreno teams up with Jack Rabbit Slim for “Too Late” and “Cinderella Story”, while The Bonneville Barons serve up the instrumental “Baron Boogie” and “Lucky 13”. Other highlights include Graham Fenton's “Just Too Late”, Rudy La Crioux & The All-Stars' “Wild 'n' Pretty” and the closing blast of Jack Rabbit Slim's “Wild Cave Woman”. Across 20 tracks, the compilation showcases the variety and vitality of the modern British rockabilly circuit.

A great introduction to the artists keeping rockabilly alive and kicking, Western Star Rockabillies Vol. 3 is ideal for fans of slap bass, twangy guitars, pounding rhythms and authentic rock 'n' roll attitude. With 20 tracks from established favourites and scene regulars, this CD offers plenty of musical variety and makes a handy addition to any rockabilly collection.