Blind John Davis-Magic Carpet. Complete Recorded Works Vol 1 (1938-1952)
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Blind John Davis, a legend of Chicago blues and boogie-woogie piano, delivers raw emotion and unique style in this essential collection. Recorded between 1938 and 1952, these tracks capture Davis’s unmistakable rhythm and bluesy depth, marking him as one of the era’s most versatile musicians. With his deft touch and vocal grit, Davis brings timeless themes of love, loss, and resilience to life. Highlights from the collection include:
- “Got The Blues So Bad” – A haunting blues anthem, showcasing Davis’s lyrical sorrow and nuanced piano.
- “Anna Lou Breakdown” – A lively, toe-tapping instrumental that reveals Davis’s mastery of boogie-woogie.
- “No Mail Today” – A reflection on loneliness and missed connections, driven by a steady blues beat.
14. The Ma Grinder No. 2 - Edwin Buster Pickens
9. You'll Never Miss Your Mother Till She's Gone - Fiddlin' John Carson
13. Ain't No Grave Can Hold My Body Down (alt. version) - Silent Grove Baptist Church Congregation with Bozie Sturdivant
11. Down In Shady Lane - Harlem Hamfats
15. Tennessee Dog - Jimmie Strothers & Joe Lee
14. Rise And Shine - Polk Miller and His Old South Quartette
9. Wow Wow - Willie Egans And His Orchestra
23. Don't Leave Me Here - Henry Thomas
11. Prayer Of Death - Part 1 - Charley Patton
15. old and in the way - Fiddlin' John Carson
3. sunny tennessee - Fiddlin' John Carson And Moonshine Kate
Vocal Quartets - Various Artists - Complete Recorded Works Vol 4 K/L/M (1927-1943). CD album.
7. Blind John Davis - No Mail Today