The Godfather Of Chicago Blues

Synopsis of The Godfather Of Chicago Blues

«The Godfather Of Chicago Blues» is the compilation album by Big Bill Broonzy, released in 2004 by Saga Jazz France on CD.

A journey through Broonzy's career via 22 recordings from 1932 to 1951, from country blues to the Chicago sound. Divided into two parts, 'Bronzeville Poet' and 'Blues News', it includes 'Mississippi River Blues' (1934), 'Too Many Drivers' (1940) and 'Just a Dream' (1945), with echoes of urban life and the social issues of his time.

Brings together 22 tracks with selection by Sebastian Danchin and mastering by Art & Sun Studio, Paris (catalogue BLC 00899).

Suitable for fans of classic blues and for those seeking an introduction to the figure of Big Bill Broonzy.