Original 1954-1965 Chess Records landmark studio singles by Howlin' Wolf. Limited Red Coloured Vinyl Pressing. 13 Tracks. Continuing in our series of Chess Record Reissues, Jackpot Records presents this compilation of la ndmark original studio singles, from Chicago blues artist Howlin’ Wolf. Originally recorded from 1954-1965. Howlin’ Wolf electrified the sound of the Mississippi Delta blues and brought it to Chicago, laying down what would be come the foundation of rock and roll in the early 1950s. Delivered in his gruff, haunting voice, his lyrics spoke of his hard life experiences and his signature growlin’ mesmerized audiences and blues musicians alike. Howlin Wolf helped make Chess Records a historic label and solidified Chicago as the wor lds capital of blues. Pressed on Limited Colored Vinyl.

Legendary Chicago blues innovator Howlin’ Wolf is still as inspiring today as when he recorded these tracks for Chess Records between 1954-1965. If you’re unfamiliar with his howl, here’s a very good place to start. The compilation really does bring together some of his greatest sides, including ‘Smokestack Lightnin’’ and ‘Spoonful’. 

FFO: Son House, Jimmy Reed, Muddy Waters, James Cotton. 

By Martha