Description:
"This 119 track 4CD set authoritatively covers the rapid development of the blues scene and the R&B explosion in New Orleans during the 1950s with a broad range of recordings from key artists to others less widely represented on disc but nonetheless important to the evolution of this music unique to the bustling melting pot of New Orleans. Featured artists include Tommy Ridgley, Roosevelt Sykes, Earl King, Smilin` Joe, Big Boy Myles, Bobby Marchan, Ernest Kador (Ernie K-Doe), James `Little` Booker, Roy Montrell and many more" (JSP Records)
