This is a vinyl LP pressing of The Blues: Original Album Plus Bonus Tracks by B.B. King. Originally released as B.B. King’s second Crown LP, The Blues was compiled from his RPM singles recorded between 1951 and 1958 and traces his early development into a world-class artist. Built around the hit single “When My Heart Beats Like a Hammer”—a Top Ten R&B chart entry in 1954—the album also showcases a strong selection of lesser-known tracks that never feel like filler. Even at this early stage, King’s songwriting was already stellar, with songs such as “I Want to Get Married,” “Don’t You Want a Man Like Me,” and “Ruby Lee” highlighting his melodic instinct and lyrical craft, proving that he was already near the top of his class.

Label: Vinyl Passion

Release Year: 202

Track List: 

1. Why Do Things Happen To Me
2. Ruby Lee
3. When My Heart Beats Like A Hammer
4. Past Day
5. Boogie Woogie Woman
6. Early In The Morning
7. I Want To Get Married
8. That Ain't The Way To Do It
9. Troubles, Troubles, Troubles
10. Don't You Want A Man Like Me
11. You Know I Go For You
12. What Can I Do
13. Sweet Little Angel
14. You Know I Love You