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Chicago Blues Stars

John Littlejohn
Chicago Blues Stars The introduction of amplified guitars into traditional Mississippi Delta blues in the 1950s created a robust, new style, Chicago urban blues. One of its early practitioners was John Littlejohn Funchess. Littlejohn played in the many blues clubs that populated Chicago’s South Side in the 1950s and ʼ60s. His first recording session, in 1968, resulted in two releases on the Arhoolie label. This album was released originally in 1969 on vinyl and reissued in 1991 on CD. It features covers of traditional blues songs and original material by Littlejohn. His second album, Slidin’ Home (ARH09019), was released in 2001.

Track Listing

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What in the World You Goin' to Do John Littlejohn 04:08
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Treat Me Wrong John Littlejohn 03:30
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Catfish Blues John Littlejohn 03:40
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Kiddeo John Littlejohn 03:48
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Slidin' Home John Littlejohn 04:20
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Dream John Littlejohn 04:48
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Reelin' and Rockin' John Littlejohn 02:32
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Been Around the World John Littlejohn 05:23
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109
How Much More Long John Littlejohn 03:56
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Shake Your Money Maker John Littlejohn 04:19
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I'm Tired John Littlejohn 04:20
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Nowhere to Lay My Head John Littlejohn 03:44