Muddy Waters – The Best Of Muddy Waters [180g Vinyl LP]

Muddy Waters – The Best Of Muddy Waters [180g Vinyl LP]

Format: LP, Compilation, Reissue, Gatefold, 180g Audiophile Vinyl
Label: Decca / Chess Records
Catalogue Number: 785490 2
Barcode: 602478549021 see Discogs Entry
Released: 2025 (UK Reissue)
Originally Released: April 1958 (Chess LP 1427)
Genre: Chicago Blues / Electric Blues / Roots
Condition: New & Sealed

Description

Originally issued in 1958 as Chess Records’ first LP release, The Best Of Muddy Waters is a foundational document of post-war electric blues. Featuring twelve singles recorded between 1948 and 1954, the compilation showcases Muddy Waters’ raw vocal power, Little Walter’s harmonica fire, and the birth of the Chicago blues sound that would inspire generations of rock musicians.

This Decca audiophile edition is pressed on 180-gram vinyl, housed in a gatefold sleeve, and remastered from the original mono tapes for maximum fidelity and warmth.

Tracklist Overview

Side A

1. I Just Want To Make Love To You – 2:52
2. Long Distance Call – 2:40
3. Louisiana Blues – 2:52
4. Honey Bee – 3:20
5. Rollin’ Stone – 3:07
6. I’m Ready – 3:03

Side B

1. Hoochie Coochie Man – 2:50
2. She’s All Right – 2:30
3. Mannish Boy – 3:50
4. Trouble No More – 2:40
5. Forty Days And Forty Nights – 2:52
6. Just To Be With You – 3:15

Credits & Notes

• Vocals, Guitar: Muddy Waters
• Harmonica: Little Walter
• Guitar: Jimmy Rogers
• Bass: Willie Dixon
• Drums: Elgin Evans
• Producer (Original): Leonard Chess
• Remastered By: Universal Mastering Studios
• ℗ & © 1958, 2025 Chess Records / Decca / Universal Music Group
• Distributed by Universal Music UK