02. Rainwater, Marvin "So you think you've got troubles"
03. Rainwater, Marvin "Nothin' needs nothin' (like I need you)"
04. Rainwater, Marvin "I gotta go get my baby"
05. Rainwater, Marvin "Tennessee houn' dog yodel"
06. Rainwater, Marvin "Dem low down blues"
07. Rainwater, Marvin "Tea bag Romeo"
08. Rainwater, Marvin "Where do we go from here?"
09. Rainwater, Marvin "Hot and cold"
10. Rainwater, Marvin "Mr. Blues"
11. Rainwater, Marvin "Why did you have to go to leave me (Lonesome blues)"
12. Rainwater, Marvin "What am I supposed to do?"
13. Rainwater, Marvin "Get off the stool"
14. Rainwater, Marvin "(Sometimes) I feel like leaving town"
15. Rainwater, Marvin "Cause I'm a dreamer"
16. Rainwater, Marvin "My brand of blues"
17. Rainwater, Marvin "My love is real"
18. Rainwater, Marvin / Francis, Connie "You, my darling, you"
19. Rainwater, Marvin "Look for me (I'll be waiting for you)"
20. Rainwater, Marvin "(Don't be) Late for love"
Disc 02
01. Rainwater, Marvin "Gonna find me a bluebird"
02. Rainwater, Marvin "I dig you, Baby"
03. Rainwater, Marvin / Francis, Connie "The majesty of love"
04. Rainwater, Marvin "Gamblin' man"
05. Rainwater, Marvin "Moanin' the blues"
06. Rainwater, Marvin "(There's always) A need for love"
07. Rainwater, Marvin "Lonely island"
08. Rainwater, Marvin "Born to be lonesome"
09. Rainwater, Marvin "Love me, Baby (like there's no tomorrow)"
10. Rainwater, Marvin "That's when I'll stop loving you"
11. Rainwater, Marvin "Half-breed"
12. Rainwater, Marvin "The valley of the moon"
13. Rainwater, Marvin "Young girls"
14. Rainwater, Marvin "The pale faced Indian"
15. Rainwater, Marvin "Hard luck blues"
16. Rainwater, Marvin "Hey, good lookin'"
17. Rainwater, Marvin "I can't forget"
18. Rainwater, Marvin "Boo hoo"
19. Rainwater, Marvin "Tough top cat"
20. Rainwater, Marvin "(There's a) Honky tonk in your heart"
Description:
Marvin Rainwater was a multi-talented Country, Rockabilly and Pop singer who scored many hits in the late 1950s including a UK Number One with â??Whole Lotta Womanâ??. He had a penchant for performing in full Native American dress, being 25% Cherokee himself. We present all the hits, encompassing all facets of his varied repertoire. -
"Essential Recordings" on CD brings together a carefully curated selection of Marvin Rainwater's most important tracks, offering a concise portrait of his unique role in 1950s American country and early rock'n'roll. Known for his distinctive, emotional baritone voice and his blend of country, rockabilly and pop elements, Rainwater became one of the interesting bridge figures between traditional country and the emerging rock sound of the era. This compilation focuses on his key sides, including chart-relevant singles and characteristic album tracks that showcase both his tender ballad style and his more driving, rhythm-oriented songs. The CD is ideal for listeners who want to discover Rainwater beyond the occasional hit single and experience his versatility in one coherent collection. The production places value on clear, faithful sound, preserving the warm, analog character of the original recordings while making them accessible to modern ears. A structured track sequence guides the listener from early country-rooted pieces through more upbeat, rockabilly-tinged titles, making the album not only a retrospective but also an engaging listening journey. Fans of classic country, rockabilly and 1950s Americana will find in "Essential Recordings" a compact yet substantial introduction to an artist who helped shape the transition between genres. Marvin Rainwater made his name in the 1950s with a series of successful country and pop-crossover releases, achieving chart presence on both the country and the mainstream market. His songs were known for their memorable melodies and heartfelt delivery, and he gained a loyal following thanks to his strong stage presence and characteristic vocal style. While he never became as universally famous as some of his contemporaries, he left a lasting mark on the development of country and rockabilly, and his recordings have remained favorites among collectors and genre enthusiasts. "Essential Recordings" highlights this legacy by bringing together many of the titles that defined his career. The CD is released by Primo, a label known for budget-friendly yet carefully assembled reissues and compilations, often focusing on classic, roots and catalogue artists. Primo takes a curatorial approach, selecting representative tracks and presenting them in thoughtfully compiled collections that make it easy for new listeners to explore artists' work while also offering long-time fans a convenient overview. With "Essential Recordings," Primo once again underlines its strength in creating accessible, high-value catalog releases that respect the original music and place it in a coherent, listener-friendly context.
