Influenced by Otis Rush, Magic Sam & B.B. King, and with a clear declamatory vocal style, Byther Smith has been a favorite here since the late 1980's His recordings consistently mine the rich West Side Chicago sound and his originals are quirky & interesting. This set offers a glimpse into his early recordings with five 45's from 1962 thru 1976. There is a stellar live recording from Belgium which shows his band to be on the mark.................
BYTHER SMITH SOTO SOUND SESSION 1989
BYTHER SMITH 45'S
BYTHER SMITH LIVE BELGIUM 1990
