DC Larson's JUKEBOX JURY

Capsule reviews by a jury of one: Iowa journalist/author DC Larson. Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Blues, Alternative, Western Swing, R and B, Punk, Swing, Hillbilly, Glam, Americana. DC Larson's retro science fiction writing blog, from which the Eddie Atomic Space Adventures are available, is RETRO RIFF BOOKS. And his political writings one is AMERICAN SCENE MAGAZINE. Both are also on Blogspot. All original content on these three blogs is under author copyright.

Monday, July 20, 2026

Chuck Willis

Chuck was but 32 in 1958, when peritonitis claimed him from a Chicago hospital bed. His final disc, "Hang Up My Rock'n'Roll Shoes" b/w "Why Am I Alive?," was still warm and remains thoroughly solid. Erstwhile Doll Syl Sylvain later lifted a verse; teenage lamenting is evergreen.

Video: "Hang Up My Rock'n'Roll Shoes"

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DC Larson's JUKEBOX JURY

Monday, July 20, 2026

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