This 2009 compilation gathers Roy Orbison's foundational rockabilly sides recorded for Sun Records in the late 1950s. It's a snapshot of a legend in the making, before the string arrangements and the operatic grandeur, just pure, unadulterated rock and roll energy.
- The album "Ooby Dooby" collects Orbison's first recordings for Sun Records, including his early singles like the title track and "Go! Go! Go!". These tracks were recorded in Memphis, Tennessee, during 1956 and 1957. The compilation was released on December 4, 2009, by Charly Records.
- This release features some of Orbison's earliest work, predating his major hits for Monument Records such as "Only the Lonely" and "Oh, Pretty Woman." It highlights his rockabilly roots and the vocal pyrotechnics that would become his trademark.
- The album serves as a primer for newer fans, offering a glimpse into the formative years of a rock and roll icon. It provides a contrast to his more famous, string-laden ballads of the 1960s.
Roy Orbison was an American singer-songwriter whose career began in the late 1950s. He was known for his distinctive, powerful vocals and his blend of rock and roll, country, and ballad styles. He had a unique stage presence and was often clad in dark suits and sunglasses. Orbison was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. In 2009, Charly Records released "Ooby Dooby," a compilation of his early Sun Records recordings. This album captured Orbison at the beginning of his career, showcasing the raw energy and distinctive vocal style that would make him a legend.
More from Roy Orbison
At the Rock House1961
Oh, Pretty Woman / Yo te Amo María1964
Black & White Night: 302017
The Essential Roy Orbison2006
King of Hearts1992
There Is Only One Roy Orbison1965
The Classic Roy Orbison1966
Hank Williams the Roy Orbison Way1970
Regeneration1976
The Very Best of Roy Orbison1966
Ooby Dooby / Go! Go! Go!1956
Blue Angel1960
