PATTON,CHARLEY
FATHER OF THE DELTA BLUES: SELECTIONS FROM PARAMOUNT RECORDINGS - LP
UPC: 711574966615
Label: ORG MUSIC
Format: LP
Release Date: June 13, 2025
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Charley Patton is undisputably one of the most influential figures in the history of the blues, and among the most important American musicians of the 20th century. His recordings in the 1920s helped lay the foundation for the Delta blues style, and continue to inspire musicians an entire century later. This compilation of recordings from the historic Paramount catalog showcase Patton's skills as a powerful and expressive vocalist, skilled guitarist, and dynamic performer. The collection has been remastered by Dave Gardner, and was pressed at Furnace Record Pressing.
TRACK LIST:
1. Pony Blues
2. Banty Rooster Blues
3. Shake It ; Break It
4. I Shall Not Be Moved
5. Down the Dirt Road Blues
6. Jesus Is a Dying-Bed Maker
7. Lord I'm Discouraged
8. I'm Goin' Home
9. Some Summer Day
10. A Spoonful Blues
11. Elder Green Blues (Take 2)
12. Some These Days I'll Be Gone
