The Essential Otis Rush

Essential is the correct title. For any blues or American music fan.

If you want to hear it-here it is. Essential Chicago blues. A must have for any blues fan. I have heard this cd countless times and it still gives me chills.

I've seen him live, and I own this CD. the early Cobra recordings are a classic for the Chicago Blues . So I'll say it again, A must have !!!

The title says it all. This is the essential Otis Rush, the singles recorded for Eli Toscano's Cobra label between 1956 and 1958. If Rush had never recorded another note, his legendary status would remain intact based solely on these recordings. Backed by players like Willie Dixon and Little Walter, it's Rush's impassioned vocals and stinging guitar lines that make "I Can't Quit You Baby," "All Your Love (I Miss Loving)," and "Double Trouble" the classics they are. In addition to the A- and B-sides of all eight singles released by Cobra, eight alternate takes are included, four more than the Paula edition of this material released in 1991. Along with a slightly better transfer from the original tapes, this is not only one of the best places to start for someone getting interested in the blues, but a vital part of any blues collection. Outstanding.

This stuff is timeless. Pure, crisp, blues at its perfection.

Otis is a true blues guitar virtuoso.....This guy has written many classics and should be considered the King of the Blues!!

this is the holy grail of Otis rush records. His playing and tone is unmatched throughout!! Buy this recording!