Artist: Big Bill Broonzy
Genre: Blues
Big Bill Broonzy was an American blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist born in 1903, who became one of the most important blues figures. Broonzy's career spanned blues evolution from rural acoustic to urban electric, and he was pivotal in both styles. He began recording in the 1920s and became one of the most prolific blues artists. Broonzy's guitar playing was influential, combining ragtime, folk blues, and more modern Chicago blues styles. In the 1950s, Broonzy played a crucial role in introducing American blues to European audiences, helping spark the British blues boom. He passed away in 1958.
Big Bill Broonzy vinyl records (12)
BIG BILL BROONZY An Evening With Big Bill Broonzy (2014 UK/EU issue of the 1964 13-track LP recorded in May 1956 at Club Montmartre in Copenhagen. Picture sleeve with download card and liner notes inner. The sleeve shows some creasing. The vinyl remains in Excellent condition with the odd cosmetic hairlines and few signs of play SLP143) Track Listing: 01 Glory Of Love 02 Careless Love 03 I Gets The Blues When It Rains 04 My Name Is William Lee Conley Broonzy 05 Take This Hammer 06 See See Rider 07 Diggin My Potatoes 08 Midnight Special 09 Keep Your Hands Off Her 10 I Got A Girl 11 You Better Mind 12 I Love You So Much 13 Sixteen Tons
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BIG BILL BROONZY Big Bills Blues (2000 US issue 10-track vinyl LP. Solo recordings made in February 1956 at Philips studios in Baarn Holland. Originally released in 1956. Includes Key To The Highway. Picture sleeve. The sleeve shows only minor edge wear and scuffing. The vinyl reveals minimal signs of play) Track Listing: 1
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