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The Penguin Guide to Blues Recordings - Tony Russell and Chris Smith. Neil Slaven (Contributor), Ricky Russell (Contributor), Joe Faulkner (Contributor)
Published: 2006, Penguin UK, 1008 pages
ISBN 0140513841
A comprehensive A–Z guide that surveys the recorded work of more than a thousand blues artists from both past and modern eras. Reviews almost six thousand recordings. Includes brief biographies of all artists. An important resource for anyone buying blues CDs.
Pros: Covers virtually all prewar blues and postwar blues recordings that are of interest to WeenieCampbell members and that are currently available. Detailed, intelligent and often amusing reviews. Includes sections on Field Recordings, Compilations by Region, Label, Instrument
Cons: Some CDs listed are not necessarily available in general distribution and may take tracking down (e.g. out-of-print Yazoo releases). Occasionally your favourite artist or CD gets slagged. This is part of the fun of the guide.
