The Bessie Smith Story celebrates the legendary voice and artistry of Bessie Smith, one of the most influential figures in the blues genre. Known as the "Empress of the Blues," Smith’s soulful vocals and heartfelt delivery shaped the sound of early 20th-century American music and left a lasting legacy for generations of artists to follow.
This compilation brings together some of her most powerful recordings, showcasing her unmistakable style and emotive storytelling. Presented by Not Now Music, this collection offers listeners a timeless journey through vaudeville blues classics, making it a must-have for blues enthusiasts and fans of music history alike.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Not Now Music
- Genre: Blues
- Release Date: 02/10/2017
- Remember, for our lowest prices, always order directly from Joco Records!
TRACKS
A1. Downhearted Blues
A2. After You've Gone
A3. I Need A Little Sugar In My Bowl
A4. St. Louis Blues
A5. Hard Driving Papa
A6. I'd Rather Be Dead And Buried In My Grave
B1. Gulf Coast Blues
B2. T'ain't Nobody's Business If I Do
B3. Backwater Blues
B4. A Good Man Is Hard To Find
B5. Gimme A Pigfoot (And A Bottle Of Beer)
B6. Any Woman's Blues
C1. Careless Love Blues
C2. I Ain't Gonna Play No Second Fiddle
C3. Gin House Blues
C4. Aggravatin' Papa (Don't You Two-Time Me)
C5. Preachin' The Blues
C6. What's The Matter Now
D1. Baby, Won't You Please Come Home
D2. Chicago Bound Blues
D3. Alexander's Ragtime Band
D4. Send Me To The 'lectric Chair
D5. Black Mountain Blues
D6. Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out
🌍 Joco Planet Impact
With every order, we're offsetting shipping emissions. That's like: