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First release on the Dutch Hidden Charms Records label. This LP merely brings together a group of damn fine jazz and blues recordings that make for a musically diverse and interesting listening experience. The 14 superb songs presented were recorded between 1927-1933 and feature the cream of the crop of Barrelhouse Piano, Country Blues, Jug Bands, Hokum Groups, Hot Jazz Orchestras and Medicine Show Songsters. Yes people, all the good stuff!!! Many of the more obscure tracks featured are hard to find on any other format, and will surely be a new discovery for many listeners. All recordings are culled from original and rare 78rpm records. Includes a 12 page/A4 booklet with liner notes by Alex Van Der Tuuk, who did some special research and found some interesting new facts about the artists. Alex also wrote for 'Blues & Rhythm', '78 Quarterly' 'Frog's Blues & Jazz Annual' and many CD notes.