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Artist:Jerry Jeff Walker Album: Mr. Bojangles - The Acto Elektra Years
Label: Cherry Red
Tracks: 52
Website: http://www.jerryjeff.com
Jerry Jeff Walker passed away on the 20th October 2020. This multi CD issued by Cherry Red Records will serve as both a celebration of his musical journey and a reminder of his immense talent.
During his recording career commencing in 1969, he produced over 30 albums although it is fair to say that his popularity, as far as the US charts are concerned, diminished somewhat after the late 1980's. he did however continue performing live gigs almost up to his death.
He is still arguably best known for writing a song, now regarded by many as a classic and recorded by countless singers, "Mr. Bojangles." He continued writing throughout his career but also recorded many songs written by other songwriters.
He was primarily regarded as a country singer by the music fraternity although his delivery at times drifted into blues, rock and folk. His voice to my mind is reminiscent at times of Bob Dylan and, at other times, of Don Williams on Speed.
Jeff's latest offering is a collection of albums covering the period of 1968 through to 1980 and all serve as a tribute to his musical skill and variety. His musical journey and developing maturity is clearly demonstrated in this set both as a performer and a recording artiste.
Born Reginald Crosby, he was born into a musical family and was immediately hooked by the sounds and melodies joining his first band in the late 1950's. Commencing his solo career in Greenwich Village in the early 1960's, he eventually changed his name and started his recording career. Much loved by his fans for his live performances, he has left an extensive back catalogue of his music as well as his autobiography, "Gypsy Songman." His music will undoubtedly live on, a fitting tribute to both him and his talent. RIP Jerry Jeff.
Rory M Stanbridge
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