Sonny Boy Williamson II • Mr. Down Child CD The enigmatic Sonny Boy Williamson II - the man formally known as Rice Miller and Little Boy Blue - overcame controversy surrounding his annexation of John Lee “Sonny Boy” Williamson’s name, to become a Blues Legend in his own right.His lasting influence was immeasurable, and he provided inspiration for the next generation of harp players, notably Howlin’ Wolf, Little Walter, Junior Wells, James Cotton and others.This 29 track collection anthologises his earliest recordings, for Lillian McMurry’s Trumpet label, of Jackson, Mississippi.It includes his early regional hits ‘Eyesight To The Blind’, ‘Do It If You Wanta’, ‘Stop Crying’, ‘Mighty Long Time’, ‘Nine Below Zero’ and ‘Mr Down Child’.Musician playing on these iconic sides include Elmore James, Willie Love, Joe Willie Wilkins and B.B. King. Tracklist 1. Eyesight To The Blind2. Crazy ’bout You Baby3. Stop Crying4. Do It If You Wanta5. Cool, Cool Blues6. Come On Back Home7. I Cross My Heart8. West Memphis Blues9. Sonny Boy’s Christmas Blues10. Pontiac Blues11. Mighty Long Time12. Nine Below Zero13. She Brought Life Back To The Dead14. Too Close Together15. Stop Now Baby16. Mr. Down Child17. Cat Hop18. She’s Crazy19. 30920. Sonny’s Rhythm21. City Of New Orleans22. Gettin’ Out Of Town23. Keep It To Yourself24. Red Hot Kisses25. Going In Your Direction26. Empty Bedroom27. No Nights By Myself28. Boppin’ With Sonny29. From The Bottom
