Eli "Paperboy" Reed burst onto the soul and R&B scene with an authenticity that felt decades out of time, and Sings Walkin' And Talkin' And Other Smash Hits! (20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) celebrates the milestone of that remarkable debut. Rooted in blues, soul, and funk, Reed's raw, gospel-drenched voice and old-school sensibility drew immediate comparisons to the golden era of American R&B, making this original recording a landmark moment in modern soul music.
This newly remastered deluxe edition revisits Reed's humble beginnings, preserving the original tracks from the mono analog tape recording alongside four additional songs captured on that same transformative day in 2004. To mark two decades of celebrated live performances, Reed has also reunited with his original band for a companion tour, making this release a meaningful commemoration for longtime fans and a perfect entry point for new listeners discovering his storied catalog.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Yep Roc Records
- Genre: Rock, Soul & Funk, Blues
- Release Date: 06/06/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Just Got To Know
A2. Walkin' And Talkin' (For My Baby)
A3. The Tips Of My Fingers
A4. Woman, Woman Blues
A5. Something You Got
A6. The Poor Side Of Town
A7. I'm Tired Of Wandering
A8. Fat Mama Rumble
B1. You're Gonna Make Me Cry
B2. Cool Drink Of Water Blues
B3. Don't Let Me Down
B4. A Dying Veterans Plea
B5. Lone Town Blues
B6. A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
B7. Roamin' And Ramblin' Blues
B8. Right Around The Corner
C1. She May Be Yours
C2. Brought Life Back To The Dead
C3. West Helena Blues
C4. Thirty Two Twenty Blues
C5. I'm Leaving You
C6. Big Fat Mama Blues
D1. I'm A King Bee
D2. Rollin' And Tumblin'
D3. Stop Talking In Your Sleep
D4. I Can't Quit You Baby
D5. The Last Mile Of The Way
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