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The Big Ol'Boys first album of the month is the 1977 album from Johnny Guitar Watson; Ain't That A Bitch

We would recommend the following CDs as tried and tested winners currently playing in our cars. Click on any of the CDs covers featured to listen to sample tracks or to buy.

	Louis Prima Hard to classify, always entertaining. Includes: Jump Jive And Wail, Bueno Sera etc.
	Wynonie Harris - Bloodshot Eyes The man who most encapsulates all that's best in 40s/50s R&B. Contains all his hits incl Bloodshot Eyes, Good Rockin Tonight and Lovin' Machine.
	Jumpin' Jive - Compilation Containing classics such Rocket 88, Houndog, Shake Rattle and Roll; this is a great all round 40's and 50's R&B compilation
	James Brown - The Payback One of the Godfather's classics from the seventies. Made after the death of his son, contains some real emotion along with traditional JB funk.
	Frank Sinatra - Sings his Greatest Hits All his early hits on Columbia, includes: All of Me, Saturday Night. Great early period Sinatra

The Big Ol'Boys second album of the month is the 1980 album from Ry Cooder; Borderline

If you've never heard this record before you're in for a real treat. Conversely if you do have it but haven't played it in years, why not? Only recognised by the public in latter years for for his film scores and studio production of other artists, Ry's work was only ever fully appreciated by other musicians and die hard fans. There is an amazing sound quality on this album which gives it a freshness and an almost live feel, unlike many other studio albums

Mr D's recommended track : Borderline

	Bob Wills - Essential The King of Western Swing. If you own no other Western Swing CD get this one. All our favourites are here: New San Antonio Rose, New Spanish Two Step, Take me Back to Tulsa and Time Changes Everything.
	Sirens of Song - Classic Torch Songs The best compilation of it's type we've found. Hardly a duff track in sight. Topped off by including two of our all time greats Cry Me a River from Julie London and What a Difference a Day Makes by Dinah Washington.
	Jumpin' Jive - Compilation Containing classics such as Rocket 88, Houndog, Shake Rattle and Roll; this is a great all round 40's and 50's R&B compilation
	Birth of Soul Yes we're not afraid to include Northern Soul. This particularly fine compilation has something for everyone. Tracks from Bobby Bland, Jerry Butler and William Bell let you know you're on to a winner. The cream has to be "Goin' out of my head" from Little Anthony and the Imperials
	Dean Martin - All the Hits 1948-63 A great compilation of all Deano's best work. Of course there's That's Amore and Volare, but also gems such as You Belong To Me and I'll Always love You. Our favourite remains Sway.

The Big Ol'Boys third album of the month is the 1960 Album from Billy Fury : The Sound of Fury

Possibly the greatest Rock'n'Roll record ever produced in the UK. All songs were written by Billy, at a time when only the likes of Buddy Holly were successfully recording their own compositions. The muscians were put together to re-create the early Elvis sound. Joe Brown plays lead guitar a la Scotty Moore. The album works as a whole, the 10 songs represent the strongest group of UK songs, easily comparable with the best from the U.S.A

Mr D's recommended track : Turn My Back On You

	Elvis Presley: Sunrise All of the King's early Sun recordings. There is no excuse not to have Elvis in your collection. The singles are the strongest cuts; Mystery Train, That's Alright, Blue Moon and Blue Moon of Kentucky are all here.
	Hound Dog Taylor: Natural Boogie Hound Dog was the king of the distorted blues sound. His trio pumping out a sound that leaves me feeling they just walked in the studio, picked up their intruments and started playing. See Me In The Evening is classic Hound Dog.
	The Best Of Doo Wop Ballads This is the finest Doo Wop compilation we've come across. All your favourites are here: The Skyliners, The Spaniels, The Crests, The Moonglows and the Penguins. All we say can is "Goodnight sweetheart, Goodnight"
	The Golden Age of American Rock'n'Roll A soundtrack album to the Rockin' Fifties. A full spectrum of fifties pop tunes. A Little Bit Of Soap, Tossin' and Turnin' and Bongo Rock are just 3 examples of the tracks featured on this CD.
	Frank Sinatra: Wee Small Hours Frank's 1954 torch song album. This is great late night listening. Strong songs and arrangements, but of course it's Frank's delivery that makes the album special. Our favourite is the title song from the album.