Name: The Essential Recordings
Brand: Little Walter

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

prmcd6216

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-05-26

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0805520092166

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Little Walter

Genre GB

Blues / Gospel

Label GB

Primo

Little Walter was a blues harmonica player and composer who had a significant impact on succeeding generations. Born and raised in Louisiana, he left school at the age of 12 and supported himself with odd jobs while busking around southern cities. He arrived in Chicago in 1945 and gained attention for his highly developed harmonica work. Frustrated by being drowned out by electric guitarists, Little Walter pioneered the use of amplification, pushing his amplifiers beyond their intended limits to create new timbres and sonic effects. He released his first recordings in 1947 and went on to join Muddy Waters' band, playing mostly unamplified harmonica from 1948 to 1952.
In 1952, Little Walter's instrumental hit "Juke" topped the Billboard R&B chart for eight weeks, making it the only harmonica instrumental to achieve this feat. He achieved commercial success with fourteen top-ten hits on the Billboard R&B charts between 1952 and 1958, including another number one hit with "My Babe" in 1955. Despite his former boss Muddy Waters' fame, Little Walter surpassed him in terms of commercial success.
However, as time went on, Little Walter's fame declined due to alcoholism and a notorious temper. He tragically passed away in his sleep following a fight outside a club where he was performing. Described as the "king of all post-war blues har

This budget label specializes in reissues of remastered historic, mostly pre-1960s music such as blues, jazz, ska, and chanson. With a focus on preserving the rich musical heritage of the past, Primo brings these timeless classics back to life for a new generation of listeners.

One of their notable offerings is the *l1479992* series which features 2-CD compilations. These compilations are carefully curated to showcase the best works from various artists within specific genres or eras. Whether you're a fan of blues legends or jazz pioneers, Primo has something for everyone.

Experience the magic and nostalgia of *Primo* as you explore their extensive collection of reissued music. Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and captivating rhythms that have stood the test of time. Discover hidden gems and rediscover old favorites with Primo's dedication to quality remastering and preservation.

Little Walter is universally regarded as one of the most innovative and influential harmonica improvisers of the twentieth century in any form of music, and his virtuosity and dazzling invention and use of amplification took the Blues harmonica into new and unexplored territories, taking it away from its rural beginnings and roots into the urban setting of electrified Chicago Blues.

The Essential Recordings

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