album · January 10, 2017
Mr. Luck (The Complete Vee-Jay Singles)
Craft RecordingsSee this day
bluesrhythm and blues
A collection of Jimmy Reed's singles for the Vee-Jay label, covering his most commercially successful period. Includes his biggest hits and lesser-known tracks from the era.
- The singles span from 1953 to 1966, a period of prolific output for Reed.
- The collection features 35 tracks, including every A-side and B-side Reed released on the Vee-Jay label.
- Reed's distinctive harmonica and vocal style made him a crossover success, charting on R&B and Pop charts.
Jimmy Reed was a Chicago blues musician, singer, and guitarist known for his uncanny knack for writing hits. He was a key figure in blues during the 1950s and 60s, with a sound that influenced rock and roll.
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