[Revival among the youth?] Rockabilly classics and recommended popular songs
Rockabilly, a music genre that was born in 1950.
Its heyday ran from the 1950s through the 1960s, but thanks to its distinctive sound, it has been loved for many years up to the present day.
This time, I’d like to introduce some classic rockabilly songs!
You’ll find tracks you might recognize even if you’re not familiar with the genre, featuring famous artists like Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins.
We’ve picked out irresistible pieces for fans of upbeat music and oldies alike, so please sit back, relax, and enjoy.
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Revival Among the Youth? Classic Rockabilly Anthems and Recommended Popular Tracks (71–80)
Ruby PearlJackie Lee Cochran
Ruby Pearl is a rockabilly number that shows a strong influence from Elvis Presley.
Jackie Lee Cochran is a rockabilly singer active since the late 1950s.
He paused his career for a time, but upon learning of the rockabilly revival in the 1970s, he resumed his singing activities.
Long Blond Hair, Red Rose LipsJohnny Powers
Johnny Powers is a Detroit-based guitarist and singer specializing in rockabilly.
He was also active as a songwriter and producer.
This song was released by Fox Records in 1957 and became one of his best-known tracks.
OOH-EEERic Cartey
Ric Cartey is an artist from Atlanta, Georgia.
This song is his debut single.
It received high acclaim in Billboard’s C&W section.
Included on the B-side of this rockabilly number is a ballad in a completely different style, “Young Love.”
The FoolSANFORD CLARK
After completing his military service and returning to Arizona, Sanford Clark teamed up with his friend Al Casey on guitar to record Hazlewood’s song “The Fool” in 1956.
The track became a hit in the United States, reaching No.
14 on the country singles chart, No.
5 on the R&B chart, and No.
7 on the Billboard Top 100.
Hound DogScotty Moore
This is a track from the only solo album released by Scotty Moore, the guitarist who supported Elvis Presley during his Sun Records era.
He recreates Elvis Presley’s hit songs as guitar instrumentals, showcasing his mature rockabilly guitar style.
Cool loveWanda Jackson
Wanda Jackson started out as a country singer.
Her producer, Ken Nelson, insisted she record with a sound like her labelmates Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps.
The late 1950s became her rockabilly period.
Today, she is regarded as one of the pioneers of folk rock.
i need a manbarbara pittman
Barbara Pittman’s “I Need a Man.” She does rockabilly infused with elements of jazz.
The uptempo drums are striking.
She’s a woman, but her powerful, husky low register is captivating.
It seems to have been one of the most popular recordings on the Sun label at the time.