Robert Calvin Brooks was born in Tennessee in 1930, and acquired the name 'Bland' from his stepfather. In 1947 he moved to Memphis with his mother, where he started singing in gospel groups. He also became part of the Beale Street blues scene, and was associated with artists including BB King, Junior Parker and Johnny Ace. Notably he did not play an instrument himself, relying on his voice. In the early 50s he recorded for the Modern and Chess record labels as he tried to find his musical identity, taking the stage name Bobby 'Blue' Bland - his career was interrupted by a 2 year stint in the army, and on returning he found that his fellow musicians had all become successful. He began recording for Duke Records, performed live with Junior Parker's Blues Consolidated Revue, and also worked as driver for both Parker and King. 1960 saw him find his own distinctive brand of blues, built around his anguished vocals and sophisticated horn arrangements from arranger Joe Scott. Burns Lies Otto Knows Remix Mp3 Download.

'Lead Me On' (which was tastefully orchestrated with strings) and the excellent 'Cry Cry Cry' were both #9 R&B hits that year. 'Cry Cry Cry' was recorded in Chicago, and six other recordings from the same sessions formed the bulk of what would be his debut album. Four of his earlier hits and one extra song recorded back in 1957 completed the album, and Two Steps From The Blues was released in early 1961. Two of the new recordings were also hits that year - 'Don't Cry No More' got to #2, and 'I Pity The Fool' gave him his second R&B #1. Anonymous said. One of the greatest albums ever.

I bought this one after reading Greil Marcus 'Mystery Train'many yaers ago. 'Lead me on' is one of my all time favourite songs.

I remember when I was young we were driving around in a car and were listening to 'The Band' and to Bobby Bland. I was an outstanding experience. Thanks for sharing some of the greastest music that has ever been made. Wolf Anonymous said.

I have to second the Wolf. Two Steps is almost a religious experience. Definitely a desert island album for me. Thanks for sharing it! - Little Stevie said. Do you have 'here's the man!!' I've been looking for that album a long time.

Two Steps from the Blues - 50 Classic Blues Tracks Bobby Blue Bland to stream in hi-fi, or to download in True CD Quality on Qobuz.com. Mipad Install Google Play.

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