King Biscuit Time

Born Aleck Miller, Sonny Boy Williamson was known by various names during his career: Rice Miller, Willie Williamson, Little Boy Blue—and some musicologists and critics refer to him as Sonny Boy Williamson II to distinguish him from John Lee “Sonny Boy” Williamson, an earlier blues performer. This collection of early recordings made for Trumpet Records in the 1950s was remastered by Arhoolie Records founder Chris Strachwitz in 1993. A reflection of Sonny Boy’s musical style during his appearances on King Biscuit Time radio broadcasts, the album features an actual 15-minute segment from one of the programs. The final track is Elmore James’ classic “Dust My Broom,” with Sonny Boy on harmonica.
Track Listing
101
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Do It If You Wanna | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:31 | |
102
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Cool, Cool Blues | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:45 | |
103
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Come On Back Home | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:48 | |
104
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Stop Crying | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:56 | |
105
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Eyesight To The Blind | Sonny Boy Williamson | 3:04 | |
106
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West Memphis Blues | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:51 | |
107
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I Cross My Heart | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:45 | |
108
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Crazy About You Baby | Sonny Boy Williamson | 3:02 | |
109
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Nine Below Zero | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:51 | |
110
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Mighty Long Time | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:59 | |
111
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She Brought Life Back To The Dead | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:32 | |
112
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Stop Now Baby | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:44 | |
113
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Mr. Downchild | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:31 | |
114
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Sonny Boy's Christmas Blues | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:37 | |
115
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Pontiac Blues | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:42 | |
116
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Too Close Together | Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:35 | |
117
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V-8 Ford / Stormy Monday / Right Now / Come Go With Me | Sonny Boy Williamson | 13:08 | |
118
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Dust My Broom | Elmore James with Sonny Boy Williamson | 2:44 |