Description
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On | Carl Perkins Compilation CD Album
UPC: 9002986540823
Overview
"Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On" is a compilation album featuring re-recorded versions of classic rock and roll hits performed by rockabilly pioneer Carl Perkins. Released through ACD Records, this collection brings together 14 tracks that showcase Perkins' distinctive guitar style and authentic rockabilly sound across a selection of both his own compositions and covers of other early rock and roll classics. The album highlights Perkins' continued musical vitality in his later career as he revisits the foundational songs of the rock and roll era, including his own iconic compositions like "Blue Suede Shoes" and "Honey Don't" alongside classics from contemporary legends such as Elvis Presley, Little Richard, and Chuck Berry.
Product Features
- Format: CD Compilation
- Label: ACD Records (Catalog #: CD 154.082)
- Genre: Rock and Roll, Rockabilly
- Total Runtime: Approximately 40 minutes
- Audio: ADD (Analog recording, Digital mixing, Digital mastering)
- Note: Original Artist Re-Recordings
- Licensing: Licensed from Graham Nolder Productions Ltd., GB / Lollipop Musik KG
Track Listing
- What'd I Say - 2:21
- I'm Walking - 2:37
- Lucille - 2:38
- Honey Don't - 2:26
- That's Alright Mama - 3:11
- Rock Island Line - 3:02
- Jailhouse Rock - 2:17
- Memphis Tennessee - 2:39
- Susie Q - 3:50
- Matchbox - 2:53
- Got My Mojo Working - 3:53
- Slippin' And Slidin' - 2:47
- Singing The Blues - 1:47
- Blue Suede Shoes - 2:15
Interesting Facts
Rockabilly Pioneer Legacy
Carl Perkins stands as one of the founding fathers of rockabilly music, blending elements of country, rhythm and blues, and what would become rock and roll. While his commercial success was more limited than some of his contemporaries, his musical influence has been immense, particularly through his guitar style and songwriting. This compilation of re-recordings allows listeners to hear how Perkins approached these classic songs in his later career, with the benefit of his decades of performing experience and musical maturation.
The Blue Suede Shoes Story
Included on this album is "Blue Suede Shoes," Perkins' most famous composition and one of the first rockabilly records to achieve success on pop, country, and R&B charts simultaneously. Perkins wrote the song after overhearing a young man at a dance warning his date not to step on his blue suede shoes. This chance observation led to the creation of a rock and roll anthem that has been covered by countless artists. Elvis Presley's cover version ultimately became better known than Perkins' original, partly because Perkins was involved in a serious car accident that halted his promotion of the song just as it was climbing the charts.
Beatles Connection
Two songs on this compilation—"Honey Don't" and "Matchbox"—were famously covered by The Beatles, who were heavily influenced by Perkins' music and guitar style. When The Beatles recorded "Honey Don't," it was one of the few songs where Ringo Starr handled the lead vocals. George Harrison particularly admired Perkins' guitar technique, and the group met Perkins during their 1964 American tour. This relationship later led to Perkins recording with ex-Beatle Paul McCartney, illustrating how Perkins' influence extended across generations of rock musicians.
Re-Recording Context
It's important to note that this compilation consists of re-recorded versions of these classic songs, not the original recordings from the 1950s. Many artists of Perkins' era re-recorded their classic material in later years for various reasons, including contractual issues with their original labels or a desire to update their sound. While these later recordings may lack some of the raw energy of the originals, they often demonstrate greater technical proficiency and a deeper musical understanding that comes with decades of performing experience.
Publishers
Released through ACD Records, with publishing rights attributed to various entities including MV Intersong GmbH, EMI Partnership MV GmbH, Good Tunes Music AG/SUISA, Belmont MV GmbH, and Neue Welt MV GmbH. The compilation is licensed from Graham Nolder Productions Ltd., GB / Lollipop Musik KG.
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