Sonny Boy Williamson II: Mr. Down Child 1951-1954 - COMPACT DISCS

Sonny Boy Williamson II: Mr. Down Child 1951-1954 - COMPACT DISCS

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Title:

Mr. Down Child 1951-1954

Artist:

Sonny Boy Williamson II

Label:

Jasmine Records

Product Type:

COMPACT DISCS

UPC:

604988332827

Genre:

Blues

Release Date:

2026-03-20

Number of Discs:

1

Additional Details:

UNITED KINGDOM - IMPORT

The enigmatic Sonny Boy Williamson II - the man formally known as Rice Miller and Little Boy Blue - overcame controversy surrounding his annexation of John Lee "Sonny Boy" Williamson's name, to become a Blues Legend in his own right. His lasting influence was immeasurable, and he provided inspiration for the next generation of harp players, notably Howlin' Wolf, Little Walter, Junior Wells, James Cotton, etcHe was a welcome, regular visitor to the UK and Europe during the early 1960s. This compilation anthologises his earliest recordings, for Lillian McMurry's Trumpet label, of Jackson, Mississippi. It includes his early regional hits 'Eyesight To The Blind', 'Do It If You Wanta', 'Stop Crying', 'Mighty Long Time', 'Nine Below Zero', 'Mr Down Child', etc. Backing players on these iconic sides include Elmore James, Willie Love, Joe Willie Wilkins and B.B. King.

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