Mimi Roman

First of the Brooklyn Cowgirls

(Sundazed)

Brooklyn-birthed, Jewish teenager Mimi was smitten by the radio-conveyed Country rendered by Hank Williams and others of his Honky Tonk sort. Possessed of organic vocal facility, she developed a winning way with both swinging romps and heartsore ballads. It eventually took her through Southern dirt-road tours, radio and television spots, and even numerous Grand Ole Opry appearances in days when Rockabilly was yet in its cradle. Remastered from acetates she's harbored over decades, selections compiled include many of those memorable moments. Broadcast introductions have been preserved. Their inclusion cultivates you-are-there appreciation. 

Last year, after decades away from the microphone, the 89 year-old winsome songstress with winged tones performed at the Swelltone Records Bay State Barn Dance. These rescued tracks surely elate Mimi's ripening generation of admirers.

Recommended: "Weary Blues From Waitin'," "Honky Tonk Blues," "Never Ramble, Never Gamble, Never Roam," "I'm the One Who Loves You," "I'm Lookin' For Some Lovin'," "Route 66," "Rocky Road Blues," "Gotta Have My Baby Back," "You Win Again," "Rose- Colored Glasses," "In My Shoes Tonight," "I Gotta Know," "What Am I Worth," "Dix-A-Billy," "Isle of Golden Dreams," "There's No Holdin' You"

Video: "Rocky Road Blues"

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