album · October 25, 1955
Barrelhouse, Boogie and the Blues
Crazy Warthog MediaSee this day
bluesrhythm and blues
This 1955 collection showcases Morse's command of blues and boogie-woogie, a raw and essential addition to her catalog. The material draws from her earlier recordings for Capitol, presented here under the Crazy Warthog Media label.
- The album compiles tracks recorded between 1945 and 1952. It features many of her early hits, including "House of Blue Lights" and "Commander Merry-Go-Round." The LP was reissued in 2003 by Capitol Records.
- This was one of Morse's earliest albums to focus heavily on blues and boogie-woogie, as opposed to her more jazz-oriented material. It highlights her distinctive vocal style, which influenced many later rhythm and blues singers.
- The compilation draws from sessions produced by various producers throughout her tenure at Capitol Records. The tracks span a period of significant change in popular music, from wartime boogie to early R&B.
Ella Mae Morse was an American singer of blues, boogie-woogie, and jazz, known for her energetic performances and powerful voice. By 1955, Morse was a seasoned recording artist with Capitol Records, transitioning into the burgeoning rhythm and blues scene.
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