Rosco Gordon
Memphis Tennessee
Stony Plain - 1267
Released - 2000
available on amazon
Here is one of the pioneers of Memphis Rhythm and Blues movement. This man was a huge influence in Jamaica for the starting of the Ska rhythms. He had a loping and relaxed style that fit right into the early propensities of the early Ska artists. He has not been popular in the states since his huge hit in the very early 60’s, Just A Little Bit, stormed the T & B charts. At this time he married and devoted himself to his wife and growing family. It was only her untimely demise from bone cancer and the growing up of his children that allowed him to get back on the road again (mostly in Europe and Canada). But here he is back in full voice, with the help of Duke Robillard and his band to re-ignite the flames that have lain dormant all these years. He either wrote or co-wrote all but one of the songs here, showing he has not sat idly by during his hiatus from recording. This is an exceptionally fine effort and kudos must go to Stony Plain for taking the time to make this available for our pleasure.
1. Memphis, Tennessee (Gordon) - 2:56
2. Sit Right Here (Gordon) - 4:38
3. Bad Dream (Gordon) - 2:59
4. It Takes a Lot of Lovin' (Gordon) - 3:51
5. No More Doggin' (Gordon/Taub) - 3:06
6. Now You're Gone (Gordon) - 4:48
7. Just a Little Bit (Gordon) - 3:01
8. Let's Get High (Gordon) - 3:24
9. Jelly Jelly (Eckstein/Hines) - 5:49
10. Tell Me I'm the One (Gordon) - 4:30
11. Cheese and Crackers (Gordon) - 3:59
12. You Don't Care About Nothing (Gordon) - 5:56
After 2 minutes an Interview With Rosco Gordon - 17:23
Rosco Gordon - Piano (#6, 9, 10, 12), Vocals, Producer
Duke Robillard – Guitar
Matt McCabe – Piano
John Packer – bass
Jeffery McAllister - Drums
Doug James - Saxophone