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Elmore James - The Sky Is Crying: 20 All-Time Original Blues Classics (180g)
Elmore James - The Sky Is Crying: 20 All-Time Original Blues Classics (180g)
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Elmore James - The Sky Is Crying | Blues Classics on 180g Vinyl LP
Immerse yourself in the foundational sound of electric blues with The Sky Is Crying, a vital collection from the legendary Elmore James. This 180-gram vinyl LP captures the raw power and undeniable soul that defined an era, offering a definitive entry point for anyone looking to buy Elmore James vinyl.
About the Album
Elmore James stands as a towering figure in the history of blues, his distinctive slide guitar work and impassioned vocals influencing generations of musicians. This compilation, featuring tracks recorded between 1951 and 1961, showcases his most iconic performances, including the title track, "The Sky Is Crying," a true blues standard. It's an essential document of his enduring legacy and a cornerstone of any serious Blues vinyl LP collection.
The Vinyl Experience
Experience these timeless recordings with the fidelity they deserve on a premium 180-gram pressing. Each needle drop onto this high-quality vinyl LP promises a rich, warm analog sound, bringing Elmore James's electrifying guitar and heartfelt delivery to life on your turntable. This is an audiophile vinyl experience crafted for the discerning listener and collector.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Elmore James
- Label: WaxTime 500
- Genre: Blues
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, blues collectors, fans of raw electric blues, those exploring 1950s-1960s music
Collector's Note
Elmore James's innovative use of the slide guitar created a sonic blueprint that reverberated through rock and roll, making his recordings a crucial piece of music history. Few artists captured the visceral emotion of the blues quite like him, and this collection serves as a powerful testament to his unparalleled artistry.
Tracklist:
Side A
- Iβm Your Hoochie Coochie Man (1954)
- You Upset Me Baby (1954)
- Boom Boom (1962)
- The Red Rooster (1961)
- I Canβt Quit You, Baby (1956)
- Call It Stormy Monday (1947)
- My Babe (1955)
- Iβm A King Bee (1957)
- Lonesome (1961)
- The Sky Is Crying (1960)
Side B
- I Just Want To Make Love To You (1960)
- Sheβs A Sweet One (1962)
- Hide Away (1961)
- Baby What You Want Me To Do (1959)
- 3 OβClock Blues (1951)
- Better Day (1958)
- All Your Love (1957)
- Smokestack Lightninβ (1958)
- Boogie Chillen #2 (1950)
- Sit And Cry (1958)
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