Kokomo Arnold - Midnight Blues
Review by Łukasz Komisarek
Midnight Blues by Kokomo Arnold is a classic blues album that showcases the musician's exceptional talent and unique style. The album features a collection of 12 tracks, each with its own distinct flavor and mood.
From the opening track "Milk Cow Blues" to the closing number "Old Original Kokomo Blues," the album takes the listener on a journey through the blues, with Arnold's soulful vocals and skillful guitar playing at the forefront.
The standout tracks on the album include "Mister Charlie," "Sissy Man Blues," and "The Twelves," each showcasing Arnold's ability to weave storytelling into his music, creating a powerful and emotional experience for the listener.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Broke Man Blues | 2:51 | |
| Salty Dog | 02:48 | |
| Goin' Down in Galilee (Swing Along with Me) | 02:28 | |
| Head Cuttin' Blues | 02:53 | |
| Sister Jane Cross The Hall | 2:37 | |
| Long And Tall | 2:45 | |
| Red Beans and Rice | 03:03 | |
| Laugh And Grin Blues | 3:07 | |
| My Well Is Dry | 2:38 | |
| Shine On, Moon (Shine On, Shine On) | 2:50 | |
| Neck Bone Blues | 2:50 | |
| Cold Winter Blues | 3:08 | |
| Buddie Brown Blues (Rolling Time) | 2:52 | |
| Rocky Road Blues | 2:42 | |
| Sally Dog | 2:47 | |
| Something's Hot | 2:33 | |
| Backfence Picket Blues | 3:05 | |
| Grandpa Got Drunk | 3:02 | |
| Your Ways and Actions | 02:46 | |
| Bad Luck Blues | 2:46 | |
| Your Ways And Actions | 2:45 | |
| Goin' Down In Galilee (Swing Along With Me) | 2:26 | |
| Wild Water Blues | 3:12 | |
| Big Ship Blues | 3:07 | |
| Fool Man Blues | 3:05 | |
| Back on the Job | 03:00 | |
| Sister Jane Cross the Hall | 02:39 | |
| Tired of Runnin' from Door to Door | 02:37 | |
| Back On The Job | 2:58 | |
| Set Down Gal | 2:40 | |
| Tired Of Runnin' From Door To Door | 2:35 | |
| Something's Hot | 02:33 | |
| Laugh and Grin Blues | 03:09 | |
| Head Cuttin' Blues | 2:52 | |
| Long and Tall | 02:46 | |
| Red Beans And Rice | 3:02 | |
| Mean Old Twister | 2:47 | |
| Midnight Blues | 2:47 | |
| Kid Man Blues | 2:45 | |
| Black Mattie | 3:09 | |
| Crying Blues | 2:56 |
Video
Kokomo Arnold - Try Some Of That
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Catalog Numbers
20.1934-HILabels
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Formats
- 2 × CD
- Compilation
- Remastered
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Music Alliance AG |
| Copyright (c) | Music Alliance AG |
| Distributed By | This is Music GmbH |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Piano | Peetie Wheatstraw (tracks: 1-11, 1-12, 2-4 to 2-7) |
| Vocals | Kokomo Arnold |
| Guitar | Kokomo Arnold |
| Written-By | James Arnold |
Notes
- 1-1 to 1-6 rec. Chicago, January 12, 1937
- 1-7, 1-8 rec. Chicago, March 12, 1937
- 1-9 to 1-12 rec. Chicago, March 30, 1937
- 1-13 to 1-15 rec. Chicago, May 7, 1937
- 2-1 to 2-3 rec. Chicago, October 23, 1937
- 2-4 to 2-7 rec. Chicago, November 3, 1937
- 2-8 to 2-10 rec. New York, May 11, 1937
- 2-11 to 2-15 rec. New York, May 12, 1937
- All Rights reserved by Music Alliance AG
- Distributed by: This is Music GmbH
Barcodes
- Barcode: 4 011222 019349
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1): 20.1934-1 A3 <3108671>
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2): 20.1934-2 A2 <3108672>
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI LB81
About Kokomo Arnold
American blues singer and left-handed slide guitar player.
Born: February 15, 1901 in Lovejoy's Station, Georgia
Died: November 8, 1968 in Chicago (heart attack)
He got his nickname from "Old Original Kokomo Blues" (a song about the Kokomo brand of coffee) recorded in 1934. His first 78 for Victor in 1930 was released as by , but his numerous recordings for Decca 1934-1938 were all released as by Kokomo Arnold. He worked mostly outside music in the Chicago area from 1941.
Real Name
- James Arnold
Name Vars
- A. Kokomo
- Arnold
- Arnold Kokomo
- J. A. Kokomo
- J. Arnold
- J.A. Kokomo
- James \
- James 'Kokomo' Arnold
- James Kokomo Arnold
- K Arnold
- K. Arnold
- Kokoma Arnold
- Kokomo
Aliases
- Gitfiddle Jim
- James Arnold
