"THE BLUES SCENE" 1964-1971

The 60's British blues scene: rough, ready & bursting with enthusiasm.From the archives of Decca Records U.K. comes the Blues Scene (1999). This 25-track anthology covers the label's copious contributions to the 1960s renaissance of rhythm & blues-influenced rock. The movement would ultimately seed heavy metal supergroups such as Cream, Led Zeppelin and the seminal incarnation of Fleetwood Mac. Fittingly, the revolving-door personnel of John Mayall's assorted Bluesbreakers are particularly worthy of note. They not only commence and conclude this compilation, but more importantly, Mayall also provided an entrée for a host of promising young talent such as Peter Green, John McVie, Mick Fleetwood, Eric Clapton, and Aynsley Dunbar all of whom would eventually become internationally recognized icons. Among the Bluesbreaker's offerings presented here are the powerful instrumental "Curly," as well as "The Supernatural," which boasts the distinctive fretwork of Peter Green, "Steppin' Out" featuring Eric Clapton, and an incendiary early live take of "I Need Your Love." Another interesting facet is the wide spectrum of American legends whose association with Deccabrought their music to new generations and audiences. Selections from Eddie Boyd ("Key to the Highway," "Blue Coat Man," and "Dust My Broom"), Otis Spann ("Pretty Girls Everywhere"), as well as Champion Jack Dupree ("24 Hours," "Barrel House Women," and "Third Degree") are among the highlights. In the case of the latter title, Dupree had a little help from both Mayall and Clapton on this 1966 recording. The label also heralded artists such as Alexis Korner ("Early in the Morning" and "Night Time Is the Right Time") and Savoy Brown ("Taste & Try Before You Buy," "Train to Nowhere," and "Train to Nowhere") who would have a much stronger impact in Europe than in the States. As such, Blues Scene (1999) is a worthwhile assessment of Decca's vaults, and a valuable primer for the novice. Interested parties should also note the other entries in this series -- including the R&B Scene (1999) and the Northern Soul Scene (1999). (Allmusic)trax:
1. Curly - John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers 2. Key To The Highway - Eddie Boyd & His Blues Band 3. The Super-Natural - John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers 4. Pretty Girls Everywhere - Otis Spann 5. Blue Coat Man - Eddie Boyd & His Blues Band 6. Third Degree - John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers Feat. Eric Clapton 7. Steppin' Out - John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers 8. Train To Nowhere - Savoy Brown 9. Roll Me Over - Curtis Jones 10. Get On The Right Track Baby - Zoot's Money Big Roll Band 11. Night Time Is The Right Time - Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated/Ronnie Jones/Alexis Korner Skiffle Group 12. Sweet Little Angel - Mae Mercer 13. Strut Around - The Graham Bond Organisation 14. Long Night - John Mayall & Steve Anglo 15. Goin' Down Slow - Davy Graham 16. Taste And Try, Before You Buy - Savoy Brown 17. Me And My Woman - Keef Hartley Band 18. Dust My Broom - Eddie Boyd & His Blues Band 19. Barrelhouse Woman - Champion Jack Dupree & his Blues Band 20. I'm Gonna Move To The Outskirts Of Town - Rod Stewart 21. Double Trouble - John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers 22. 24 Hours - Champion Jack Dupree 23. Early In The Morning - Alexis Korner Skiffle Group/Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated 24. Let Me Love You Baby - Savoy Brown's Blues Band 25. I Need Your Love - John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
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