​In addition to Presley's regular guitarist in his seventies concerts, James Burton contributed to a large number of now legendary songs. His bosses included Dale Hawkins, Bob Luman, Dorsey Burnette, Glen Campbell and Ricky Nelson, all of which can be found on this compilation, which also features some wonderful live and extremely rare performances. Earcatcher is undoubtedly track number 19, where James and Ricky Nelson play acoustic guitars. Another live highlight is James Burton's version of Merle Travis' ‘Cannonball Rag’, which highlights his masterful string playing.

​This compilation makes it clear that not only rousing rock and roll flowed through his veins. Moreover, it is impressive how he manages to give those ballads collected here that inimitable ‘Lewis touch’. From the late 1960s onwards, country began to penetrate his repertoire more often, but the seeds were sown earlier. "The Ballads Of Jerry Lee Lewis" is a beautiful and timeless disc.

​For those who don't own anything from Haley yet, ‘Rocks, Clocks & Alligators, All The Hits 1953-1961’ is the ideal collector. ‘Rock Around The Clock’, ‘Shake, Rattle And Roll’, ‘See You Later Alligator’, ‘Mambo Rock’ and so many other beautiful things are neatly arranged here. "It's only rock & roll, but I like it!"

​Goree Carter can certainly be seen as a second T-Bone Walker. His blues has, just like that of his great example, a wonderful light jazzy twist and his guitar playing clearly betrays the hand of the master. Formidable blues, rhythm & blues and budding rock & roll. A must!

​Atomicat Records now bundles on ’Kustom Kulture Klassics’ 28 rockabilly and rock & roll songs that have a connection with pistons, V8 engines and the accompanying power and speed.
This album will get your adrenaline pumping as the scent of burnt rubber tickles your nostrils, after which the hot rod devil will relentlessly make you press the ‘repeat’ button again, again and again. Hell ya, what an album!

​In the fifties and sixties, the days of cordless telephones, internet and social media were still far away. The phone, then of course still with cord, was, besides personal contact and letters, about the only form of communication. Adults used it more for business or personal purposes, then it was an ideal tool for teenagers to chat with their sweethearts. Sometimes these conversations boosted the phone bill, so that more than ever, parents were forced to curb these love contacts.
Bear Family Records collected 28 telephone relevant tracks and pressed them on ‘Talking On The Telephone’. The result is a compilation full of rock 'n' roll and teen pop gems. Fantastic album!

​America may claim to be the cradle of rockabilly, but England also came up with a not unkind number of bands. What I always found a plus and still find is that the UK bands within rockabilly still have their own sound. A sound that instantly catapults you to a live gig in some pub. You can enjoy this delicious British Sound on ‘Stack ‘Em Up’ by The Holloway Echoes.
Versatility, ambiance and a sense of humor run like a thread through this album. ‘Stack ‘Em Up’ is already one of my toppers of 2020!

​Sun, sea, beach, holidays, terraces and fun, they are all part of the summer. A summer that will look different this year, due to Covid-19. For some a disappointment, others try to make the best of enjoying those exceptional months. Something that will certainly help you to get through these times is the collector ‘Good Old Summer Time’ published by Bear Family Records. Pop, rock ‘n’ roll, mambo, surf and a lot more……!
‘Good Old Summer Time’ turns your ‘vacation’ into an unforgettable ‘staycation’, which will inevitably lead to a real party. Enjoy! Highly recommended!

​This compilation features Spanish versions of American rock and roll hits recorded by the Mexican Los Boppers in 1961 and 1962, supplemented by two original songs.

With ‘Before The Next Teardrop Falls’ released in 1975, Freddy Fender had a ‘multi millionseller’. At that time, however, he had already had a whole career behind him. After all, some twenty years earlier, he recorded many songs as Baldemar Huerto, his real name, in Mexico. Usually these were Spanish versions of American hits, which earned him the nickname ‘El Bebop Kid’. So, it is not surprising that this album contains versions of ‘Don't Be Cruel’, ‘That’ll Be The Day’ and ‘What’d I Say’.

​Colin Hicks' career was overshadowed by his brother Tommy, who had success as Tommy Steele. And yet Colin also had a lot of talent. With a handful of original songs and some covers, Colin convinces with this Bear Family release.

​With ‘Mardi Gras Rock’ we are immediately over half the number of albums within the ‘Boss Black Rockers’ series. As the title suggests, this compilation features black rock 'n' roll with a New Orleans twist. Piano is an integral part of the New Orleans sound and it is therefore evident that the instrument plays a significant role on ‘Mardi Gras Rock’, in one song more than in the other. The fact is that the feel good atmosphere of the Crescent City dominates this album. Recommended! 

​Just like on the previously released volumes, Little Victor aka The Mojo Man brought together again some well-known tunes and mainly a mass of unknown, obscure, but especially awesome songs from the black rockers from the middle of last century. Great album!

​With volume 3, the soundtrack of the Pajama Party, which was popular in the States in the 1960s, will immediately come to an end. Just like the previous two volumes, this release also serves up a nice mix of songs on which the youth dressed in nightgown went crazy. Beautiful serie!

​About 6 decades later, Bear Family surprises us with all the songs Dennis Herrold recorded at his ‘Hip Hip Baby’ session in the fifties. During the same session, Dickerson, who was under contract with Imperial, also recorded ‘Boppin’ In The Dark’, which can also be found on these 10". And if this is not impressive enough, on the enclosed CD you get all the songs of the vinyl, supplemented with 5 tracks. These are ‘Stood Up’ in the versions of Ricky Nelson and Tony Wilson, ‘Precious’ by Bob Luman, ‘Falling In Love’ by Warner Mack and ‘Sugar Lips’ by Justin Tubb. Dub Dickerson and / or Emma Lee Herrold are involved in all of these songs as songwriters. In addition, on the four-page supplement, you will receive for the first time a very complete biography of Dennis, Emma Lee and Dub, by Alexander Petrauskas. Need it be said that this release is not to be missed?

​This compilation in Bear Family’s 'Rock' series contains all the uptempo tracks that The Coasters recorded for Atco Records between 1957 and 1962. Very high quality doowop and rock 'n' roll. A must have!

With once again delicious hillbilly and catchy rockabilly and rock 'n' roll of volume 5, the formidable series 'Hillbilly Boogie and Jive' unfortunately comes to an end.
Don't worry though, because you can be sure that compiler Mark Armstrong is already working on new series. We will keep you informed!

​You should definitely not interpret the title of this compilation literally. There is no question of ‘Slow Down’ at all, but of overwhelming, all burning rhythm & blues and rock and roll of ‘The Golden Age Of American Music’. Wooooow what an album! Get your copy and enjoy!

​Just like volume 1 in this catchy 'Pajama Party' serie, volume 2 is also definitely recommended for pajama and other parties ......!