The Best in Blues

by Dinah Washington

The Best in Blues cover art
  • Type: Compilation
  • Released: 1958
  • Label: Mercury
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 34:46
  • Community rating: 3.78/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Gathering powerful sides recorded for the Mercury label, this compilation places the spotlight squarely on the singer's commanding, brassy vocal delivery. The collection seamlessly blends raw, emotive blues structures with the sophisticated swing of jazz instrumentation.

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Tracklist

  1. Evil Gal Blues (2:54)
  2. I Know How To Do It (3:12)
  3. Baby Get Lost (2:53)
  4. Trouble In Mind (2:53)
  5. Fat Daddy (2:28)
  6. TV Is The Thing (This Year) (2:27)
  7. Salty Papa Blues (3:05)
  8. New Blowtop Blues (2:40)
  9. Gambler's Blues (3:16)
  10. Don't Hold It Against Me (2:52)
  11. Long John Blues (3:12)
  12. Homeward Bound (2:49)

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