Jump Supercar

Long before his 1990s re-emergence as a fright wig wearing blues star, Robert "H-Bomb" Ferguson had recorded a series of Wynonie Harris-styled jump blues singles in the '40s and '50s for a variety of labels and under various names, including several as the Cobra Kid. Although he was so close to Harris' delivery and repertoire on these sides that most critics dismissed him as an outright clone, Ferguson's booming, wink-and-a-smile voice was obviously something special. Ferguson first recorded under the moniker H-Bomb in 1951 when he signed with Savoy Records, and the name stuck. This generous 31-track collection from Rev-Ola Records includes Ferguson's Savoy tracks, as well as sides he cut for the Atlas, Prestige and Esquire labels between 1951 and 1954, and features such gems as "Rock H-Bomb Rock," "On My Way," "Preachin' the Blues"….

The last of Slim's great band-backed albums, cut with yeoman help from his longtime combo (guitarist Steve Freund and drummer Robert Covington share the vocals). At the heart of the matter are Slim's rolling 88s and still-commanding vocals, invested with experience beyond all comprehension.

This fine collection captures Turner in his early prime, out on the West Coast and cutting some of the tightest jump blues of the '40s. Part of Classics' chronological series, the disc features such fine support players as pianists Pete Johnson and Albert Ammons, guitarist Teddy Bunn, and alto saxophonist Tab Smith. Among the 23 tracks are fine remakes of earlier Turner gems like "Roll 'em Pete," "Nobody in Mind," and "Ice Man Blues." Other highlights include Turner's initial R&B chart topper "My Gal's a Jockey" and the salaciously swingin' "Around the Clock Blues." A solid bet for fans of vintage jump blues.

The Jive Aces new album - “Keeping The Show On The Road” The undisputed kings of jive and swing, The Jive Aces, are back with their brand new album, “Keeping the Show on the Road”, a 14-track celebration of their incredible journey, electrifying live shows, and unwavering passion for music. The high-octane sextet has been captivating audiences worldwide for decades - from wowing the judges on Britain’s Got Talent to selling out the Royal Albert Hall’s first ever swing dance, they never stop! This new album, their first release since the pandemic, is a vibrant blend of swing, jive, rhythm and blues and early rock n’ roll that’s guaranteed to get your feet tapping.

The 'King of Calypso', Harry Belafonte, offers the eleventh studio album of his career and one of the important in his career. It served to introduce the Trinidad Steel Band, along with guitars of Ernie Calabria and Millard Thomas and bass Norman Keenan. It is a compact work in musical content, offering two styles of calypso, the most lively and dynamic by the melodious and softer.