​Country music from Sweden, in Nashville they love it. So why should we not fall for Meadow Creek?

​The recordings of the Bristol Sessions held in 1927 and 1928 were sometimes romanticized or marginalized. The real story, based on recent research, can be found in the 44-page booklet written by Ted Olson. The accurate and beautiful remastering by Marcus Heumann also ensures enormous listening pleasure. Historical recordings, referred to as 'The Big Bang of Country Music', that deserve a place in the collection of every deeper digging music lover.

​On this edition with pearls from the archives of Decca and Coral we get an impressive number of artists. Some well-known names such as Hank Penny, Grady Martin and Jimmie Davis, but also a number of completely obscure artists. And that is precisely the strength of compilation albums like this one. Not only do you make a lot of discoveries, but the question also arises, why these artists are not better known, because the quality of their songs could not possibly be the cause of this. They are not inferior to the repertoire of the big names.
In short, country, honky tonk and hillbilly that made the dancehalls shake to their foundations at the time. Music that also lost none of its strength and charm. Dancehalls may be a thing of the past, but this album certainly creates ambiance in the living room.

​Born in Portsmouth, Virginia on January 30, 1928, Ruth Brown emerged as Rhythm & Blues Queen in the 1950s. A title that she deserved, but that actually did her a little bit too short, because in addition to her jazzy rhythm & blues style, she later also performed well in the then emerging rock and roll, teenager ballads, soul and gospel. All her well-known songs are on this compilation. But there is more! You will also find beautiful rare recordings of her, such as her live recordings  packaged as bonus tracks during the 'Rhythm and Blues Revue', which you will get on CD for the first time here. 'Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean' is definitely recommended. 

​This sophomore album is recommended to those who love cool jazz. 

​This is a nice tribute to the music of Brazilian composer Milton Nascimento. 

​With a soulful and authentic blues feel, Kid Royal's style is new and refreshing among modern guitarists.

​Great versions of even greater songs.  Lovely collection!

​This concept album is a musical voyage that I can strongly recommend to sensitive melomaniacs! 

​Catie Waters has delivered a nice album, with her sensual voice. Recommended!

​Refined by life itself and the events that accompany it, Dan Penn injects all 13 songs, with an unprecedented dose of soul. Emotional songs about making a dream come true, the need for love and the loss. Usually quiet songs that catch your scruff, with ‘Edge Of Love’ as a slightly more uptempo song.
‘Living On Mercy’ is one hell of an album, begging to get stuck in your cd player. Forget about the albums often hyped up by commerce and sold as ‘soul’. Prefer to listen to the real thing. ‘Living On Mercy’ is Soul with a big S. Not to be missed!

​The release 'Bottle Up And Go' is a live and unedited recording. And that improves the sound enormously and sounds incredibly authentic. It's original because it's only two artists that playing music they love and the only way they know how to do it. The Birmingham-based duo Richard Heath (vocals, mandolin) and pianist Gerry Smith moved to the Gospel Oak Studio in Warwickshire in June 2015 and recorded eighteen unadulterated blues songs with producer Jim Simpson. Some original songs, some classics and fortunately some forgotten pre-war pearls.
Handsome guys !

​This unique compilation displays the genius of Dave Brubeck. 

​Piano player Cathlene Pineda weaves intricate patterns on this concept album. 

​For this audio piece we only have one point of reference ... Superb!
Cary Morin's sound is a powerful mix of blues, zydeco and rock.

Why is it the first time I heard of Art Of  Empathy?  As a multi-instrumentalist he surprised me with this album:  dark melancholic  songs  with hopeful vibrations.  Empathy is the glue of the future.

​If you want to relax with hints of electronica and smooth jazz, chose this one from Paul Hardcastle!

​A nice and interesting acquaintance with this smooth jazz saxophone player!

​There’s no doubt that Gerald McClendon is a real soul singer. This is an excellent album, that I strongly recommended!

​These two albums are considered to be among the best work by piano player Hazel Scott. Nice to discover!

​Not only a tribute to the Tulsa role models, also a voyage of discovery into new Oklahoma talent.
Seventeen songs that represent  the old ànd the new vibe, the new Tulsa sound. Worth listening!!

​Kat Riggins has released her most diverse album. Her beautiful vocals are perfectly guided by a tight backing band and a sexy horn section. Some Texas blues rock,  a few ballads, some swamp rock and gospeltunes. We get such a warm feeling about it. And now relpay!

​This is a story about humanity from live to death.  A real gripping concept album that fascinates from start to end….Of course , that’s life and more, isn’t it ?

​Recommended to those who love jazz rock, fusion and even prog rock.