Lucille Bogan (Bessie Jackson) – Complete Recorded Works – 1923 – 1935 – Vol. 1: (1923 to March 1930)

14 track compilation split (21 tracks in total) evenly down the middle between Bogan and her main piano accompanist, Roland, who also doubles on guitar on some tracks. The Bogan sides are a particular delight, featuring a version of Barbecue Bess that is nothing short of sublime. As all of these tracks are rescued off highly battered 78s, the fidelity is about what you would expect. But that’s no reason to deter you from enjoying this timeless music.