Tag Archives: Argo records

SONG OF THE DAY Jody Williams – Lucky Lou

Posted on April 26, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Joseph Leon Williams, a.k.a Jody Williams, was a blues guitarist and singer-songwriter born in Mobile, Alabama in 1935.  Known as one of the influential artists of the Chicago Blue’s scene of the 1950’s, Williams’ music was defined by his flamboyant … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Emperor – Tough De Times (Things Getting Tough)

Posted on January 2, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

London’s Jazzman Records recently released another one of their Jukebox Mambo compilation’s, the third in the series so far in fact!  Since the release of their first Jukebox Mambo Compilation album in 2012, Jazzman Records (with the help of DJ Liam Large) … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Tiny Topsy – Just a Little Bit

Posted on April 18, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

I picked this little gem out of a playlist I’d compiled for myself a little while ago, I love it! I love the call and response style vocals and I simply adore the big, big voice of Tiny Topsy. Active … Continue reading →

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