High quality sides by one of the iconic singers and musicians of Memphis blues and boogie, recorded when he was part of the small group scene, renowned for his prowess as a harmonica player and vocalist. Contains all the Chess and Sun singles and the unissued songs recorded by Sam Phillips in the early 1950s, including the famed Chicago Breakdown. Also contains all the DIR, Fortune and Hi-Q singles made in Michigan, including the equally renowned Cat Squirrel. The booklet contains rare photographs, and liner notes by Martin Hawkins...............