Hogg,Smokey Midnight Blues CD

Here are Texas bluesman Smokey Hogg's wonderful major label recordings from the late '40s and early '50s. Recorded mostly in L.A. with small group accompaniment, this is classic rhythm and blues, enhanced by Smokey's southern vocals and unique sense of timing. Of the 24 tracks, 10 are previously unissued in any shape or form while another is a previously-unheard alternate take. The cover design is an homage to the fabulous Crown album sleeves of the '50s and the booklet features extensive discographical information.

1. I Just Can't Help It (Take 1-Breakdown) / I Just Can't Help It (Full Take?) 2. Believe I'll Change Towns 3. Late Prowling Girl 4. Misery Blues 5. Baby Don't You Tear My Clothes 6. Trouble in Mind 7. Walking Dr Bill (Take 1) 8. Midnight Blues 9. I Don't Want You 10. Smokey's in Town 11. Highway 51 12. Let's Get Together ; Drink Some Gin 13. It's Rainin' Here 14. New Year's Eve Blues 15. Worrying Over You (Take 1) 16. Pack Your Grip 17. Anytime Is the Right Time 18. I'm Gonna Find Your Trick (Take 2) 19. My Baby's Worrying Me 20. You Can't Keep Your Business Straight 21. Bottle Up ; Go 22. Oohw Baby 23. Love Me with a Feeling 24. You Brought It All on Yourself