Chuck Berry - Collected - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Vinyl LP pressing housed in a gatefold sleeve. Chuck Berry, the father of rock & roll, is releasing his first album in nearly 40 years, which is comprised mostly of new, original songs written, recorded and produced by the legend himself. 'CHUCK' was recorded in various studios around St. Louis and features Berry's longtime hometown backing group - including his children Charles Berry Jr. (guitar) and Ingrid Berry (harmonica), plus Jimmy Marsala (Berry's bassist of forty years), Robert Lohr (piano), and Keith Robinson (drums) - which has supported him for over two decades on over two hundred residency shows at the famed Blueberry Hill club. This record is dedicated to my beloved Toddy, said Berry, referring to his wife of 68 years, Themetta Berry. My darlin' I'm growing old! I've worked on this record for a long time. Now I can hang up my shoes! Album Tracks 1. Wonderful Woman 2. Big Boys 3. You Go to My Head 4. 3/4 Time (Enchiladas) 5. Darlin' 1. She Still Loves You 2. Lady B. Goode 3. Jamaica Moon 4. Dutchman 5. Eyes of Man

Chuck Berry was one of the key figures in the rock 'n' roll explosion of the mid-'50s, as musical styles that had been part of R&B and country for a number of years came together in a cross-cultural hothouse fuelled by the power of mass media and the rebellious attitudes of the baby boom generation. So distinctive and individual are Chuck's guitar technique and songwriting style that his hits from that era have become some of the touchstones which characterise the whole genre of rock 'n' roll. His trademark guitar intros and riffs, and songs like InchJohnny B. GoodeInch and InchRoll Over BeethovenInch have become part of the universal language of rock 'n' roll to the extent that any group of reasonably competent musicians could perform a passable version of them without a rehearsal. Signed to the Chess tag on Muddy Waters recommendation in 1955, he scored a million seller with his first hit InchMaybelleneInch, and over the next few years recorded a string of classics, the songs articulating the experiences of teen life and the new consumerism in brilliantly observed lyrics as well as a musical style that combined the best of R&B and country. Even B sides like InchRound And RoundInch, InchReeling And RockingInch and InchMemphis TennesseeInch have become classics which have been essential elements of many bands' repertoire over the years. This great value 50-track 2-CD set comprises every A &B side released by Chuck during these phenomenal formative years, and it's a must-have for every true fan of rock 'n' roll. Album Tracks 1. Maybelline 2. Wee Wee Hours 3. Thirty Days (To Come Back Home) 4. Together (We Will Always Be) 5. No Money Down 6. The Downbound Train 7. Roll Over Beethoven 8. Drifting Heart 9. Brown Eyed Handsome Man 10. Too Much Monkey Business 11. You Can't Catch Me 12. Havana Moon 13. School Day (Ring! Ring! Goes the Bell) 14

Spanning seven decades, Berry's career concluded with a final album, Chuck, released posthumously in 2017. Celebrated as a songwriter, guitarist, and performer, Berry's impact on rock and roll remains immeasurable. The compilation showcases his groundbreaking work, cementing his status as a music legend. And includes newly written liner notes. Chuck Berry, often hailed as the godfather of rock 'n' roll, revolutionized music with his pioneering style and storytelling. His 1955 hit InchMaybellene,Inch blending country with rhythm & blues, marked the dawn of rock and roll. Berry's knack for crafting relatable, youth-centric songs like InchSchool Day,Inch InchJohnny B. Goode,Inch and InchSweet Little SixteenInch spoke to the heart of teenage life, celebrating themes like love, rebellion, and music. InchJohnny B. Goode,Inch often seen as autobiographical, features one of the most iconic guitar licks in history, inspiring generations of musicians. Berry's influence extended to legends like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, who covered his work, ensuring his legacy endured through the British Invasion. Despite his fame, Berry's storytelling also resonated with older audiences, as seen in poignant tracks like InchMemphis, Tennessee.Inch His live performances remained electrifying, culminating in a global hit with InchMy Ding-A-LingInch in 1972. Album Tracks 1. Maybellene 2. Thirty Days 3. No Money Down 4. Roll Over Beethoven 5. Brown Eyed Handsome Man 6. School Day (Ring! Ring! Goes the Bell) 7. Rock and Roll Music 8. Sweet Little Sixteen 9. Reelin' and Rockin' 10. Johnny B. Goode 11. Carol 12. Run Rudolph Run 13. Almost Grown 14. Little Queenie 15. Memphis, Tennessee 16. Let It Rock 17. Bye Bye Johnny 18. Too Pooped to Pop 19. Route 66 20. Come on 21. I'm Talking About You 1. No Particular Place to Go 2. You Never Can Tell