Jake Calypso

The Roots & the Fruits

(Rock Paradise Records)

Two manners exist by which Jake's bond with the classic Rebel Sound can be illustrated. One is to note he's been playing it since the callow age of 13. A second (more gratifying) option is to spin any of his frantic sides. This latest one serves that end fittingly. 

Tracks were put to tape at Memphis's 706 Union Ave. Old-school Rhythm and Blues breathes lustily here, as do the jumped-up Rockabilly fashions birthed so long ago. Jake amassed players of his superb rank. Their fevered exertions fit the storied surroundings. If sweat could be heard...

(At this writing, only 30-second audio excerpts were available; those proved sufficient for estimation.)

Recommended: "The Only thing To Do Is Play Boogie," "Take a Load Off (Put Your Feet Up)" "Royal Crown Hair Dressing," "Humble Boy," "A Rockin' Rendez-Vous," "Tiptonville Boy," "Dancin' With Cockroaches"

Video: "Take a Load Off (Put Your Feet Up" (filmed at Sun.)

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