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//Chess Records//

£36.99 – 1xLP

Muddy Waters was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music, shaping Chicago blues and laying the groundwork for rock ’n’ roll. Originally released in 1958, The Best of Muddy Waters gathers twelve of his most iconic Chess Records recordings from the early 1950s, capturing his raw power, deep groove, and unmatched vocal presence.

Here are definitive versions of the songs that became blues standards and inspired generations: the hypnotic ‘I Just Want to Make Love to You’, the slow-burning ‘Long Distance Call’, the swaggering ‘I’m Ready’, and the ominous ‘Rollin’ Stone’ — the track that gave The Rolling Stones their name. Backed by Chess house musicians including Little Walter and Jimmy Rogers, Waters delivers timeless performances that balance grit and precision, rural roots and electric fire.

The Best of Muddy Waters remains an essential entry point into his catalogue — a landmark set that preserves the sound of a master at the peak of his powers.

Tracklisting:

1. I Just Want To Make Love To You
2. Long Distance Call
3. Lousiana Blues
4. Honey Bee
5. Rollin’ Stone
6. I’m Ready
7. (I’m You) Hooch Coochie Man
8. She Moves Me
9. Mad Love (I Want You To Love Me)
10. Standing Around Crying
11. Still A Fool
12. I Can’t Be Satisfied