Junior Wells - Calling All Blues - The Chief, P... -

: The sessions featured elite Chicago bluesmen, most notably guitarists Earl Hooker and Syl Johnson , and bassist/composer Willie Dixon .

This era is characterized by Wells' fusion of traditional Delta-bred blues with modern, funky R&B and soul influences. Junior Wells - Calling All Blues - The Chief, P...

A popular instrumental showcasing the "Latin flair" that Wells occasionally integrated into his blues. : The sessions featured elite Chicago bluesmen, most

: The label that issued his later singles in this era, such as those recorded with guitarist Earl Hooker. Musical Significance Junior Wells - Calling All Blues - The Chief, P...

Following his departure from the Aces and a brief stint with States Records, Wells signed with Mel London in 1957. The tracks featured in this collection were originally released as singles on London's independent Chicago labels: : Home to many of Wells' most famous sides.