Former rolling stones bass player bill wyman wants to enlighten people about the great blues of america s musical past. Bill wyman is an english musician, record producer, songwriter and singer. On 2001 s double bill, bill wyman uses two wellpacked discs to prove again what he had always previously managed to make clear on a single lp. Bill wyman s blues odyssey, an album by various artists on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes.
Bill wymans blues odyssey is an informative documentary detailing the history of blues music. Former rolling stones bass player bill wyman wants to enlighten people about the great blues of americas musical past. The starting point of bill s odyssey is the journey of african slaves to the plantations of america s deep south. Blues odyssey follows the rise of the blues in america as it travels from the mississippi delta and the deep south to the big cities of new orleans and chicago, and then crosses the ocean to england, where the u. Jun 12, 2003 thanks to the evangelising efforts of pop heroes such as the white stripes, the blues are now cooler than theyve ever been. It starts with some of the early 1920 s blues artists and ends with stevie ray vaughan s album texas flood. Former stones bass player bill wyman gave a seminar on the history of blues music to an audience of school kids in october 2007 and heres part one. Bill wyman has 22 books on goodreads with 2434 ratings. Former rolling stones bassist bill wyman takes a look at the history of the blues. Other personnel have varied depending on availability, an arrangement described in the telegraph as a a fluctuating squad of veterans.
Bill wymans blues odyssey dvd from the guardian the. Now document has given bill wyman the opportunity to trace his romance with the blues over a twodisc set, beginning with mamie smith s goin crazy with the blues in 1926 and traveling all the way to elmore james dust my broom in 1951. Now document has given bill wyman the opportunity to trace his romance with the blues over a twodisc set, beginning with mamie smiths goin crazy with the blues in 1926 and traveling all the way to elmore james dust my broom in 1951. Rock fans who have never listened to traditional blues will recognize a number of these songs which have been covered by artists ranging from van morrison to john mayall. Bill wyman, bass player for the most famous rock band in the world, the rolling stones, has been inspired throughout his career by the blues and the great blues players, many of whom bill wyman knew and played with. On 2001s double bill, bill wyman uses two wellpacked discs to prove again what he had always previously managed to make clear on a single lp. May 04, 2008 see a trailer for the dvd of bill wyman s blues odyssey and visit. In this evocative and intensely personal history of the blues, bill wyman pays tribute to the musicians who inspired him and whose music he took around the world as. Bill wymans blues odyssey isbn 07534421 the stones a history in cartoons isbn 0750942487 the last three books and bill wymans treasure islands were all written in collaboration with richard havers. Bill wymans rhythm kings just for a thrill 2004, digipak. Bill wyman even has a soundtrack listing for his blues odessey. Finally, in september 2001, dk publishing is releasing bill wyman s blues odyssey.
Each wyman shoots chagall book included a cd of classical music entitled the chagall suite, which was written and arranged by bill wyman and mike batt. Oct 01, 2001 bill wyman even has a soundtrack listing for his blues odessey. Buy blues odyssey by bill wyman from waterstones today. He certainly comes across like that in this dvd entitled bill wyman s blues odyssey, which is a walkthrough history of the blues from the cotton fields of the southern united states to the blues clubs and pubs of his native homeland, the united kingdom. Bill wymans rhythm kings just for a thrill discogs. Thanks to the evangelising efforts of pop heroes such as the white stripes, the blues are now cooler than theyve ever been. He certainly comes across like that in this dvd entitled bill wymans blues odyssey, which is a walkthrough history of the blues from the cotton fields of the southern united states to the blues clubs and pubs of his native homeland, the united kingdom. Wyman and bill wymans rhythm kings music club deluxe mcdlx 219, 2cd. Bill wymans blues odyssey is about those who furthered early american roots music. See a trailer for the dvd of bill wymans blues odyssey and visit.
When bill wyman left the rolling stones, he didnt leave music at all. It starts with some of the early 1920s blues artists and ends with stevie ray vaughans album texas flood. Aug 01, 2001 each wyman shoots chagall book included a cd of classical music entitled the chagall suite, which was written and arranged by bill wyman and mike batt. Bill wyman s blues odyssey grew out of a television project of the same name.
Bill wyman s rhythm kings are an english blues rock band founded and led by former rolling stones bass guitarist bill wyman. Although wyman has released solo records, the only original recordings he penned for the stones were in another land off of their satanic majesties request and downtown suzie which remained unreleased until the june 1975 release of metamorphosis. Bill wymans blues odyssey by various artists on spotify. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Hes a monster bass player and a mediocre at best singer who relies on his many famous friends to help him out. I particulary enjoyed the conversations between bill wyman and buddy guy. Bill wyman has put together a fine group of old blues that feature a wide range of musicians, both famous and obscure, playing a wide range of blues styles. Still great book not available as kindle noe ebook which is why bought again after. Finally, in september 2001, dk publishing is releasing bill wymans blues odyssey.
The starting point of bills odyssey is the journey of african slaves to the plantations of americas deep south. It s true it is bill wyman s insider experience of the blues but it is very authentic, enlightening and it will get you moving. Since 1997 he has recorded and toured with his own band, bill wymans. Drawing on his stash of 1,300 albums, the twocd set bill wyman s blues odyssey makes a strong case for the lasting eloquence of the african american blues music recorded in the oppressive south during the depression and on till 1951. Best of bill wymans rhythm kings bill wyman allmusic. Rude dudes bill wymans blues odyssey 2003, cd discogs. Mar 24, 2003 bill wyman s blues odyssey is told with the passion and insight that only he can command, through his having known many of the legends, played with them, talked with them and taken their music to the world. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from bill wymans rhythm kings at the discogs marketplace.
Nov 25, 2003 bill wyman, former bassist for the rolling stones, is your host for this documentary which offers a detailed look at the history of blues music. Bill wymans blues odyssey, an album by various artists on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. Bill talks with many of the blues greats, and the programme includes contributions from a host of legendary performers. President obama must learn to feel and sing the blues the. Bill wyman, former bassist for the rolling stones, is your host for this documentary which offers a detailed look at the history of blues music. Bass, percussion, vocals bill wyman drums graham broad guitar tim cansfield tracks. For anyone wishing to take a quick historical crash course, bill wyman. Bill wymans blues odyssey is one mans tribute to the foundations of rock music today.
Shop for vinyl, cds and more from bill wyman s rhythm kings at the discogs marketplace. The project was apparently conceived for us tv, as a series of two 60odd minute madefortv features. Bill wymans blues odyssey by bill wyman, hardcover. This production features a 24page booklet filled with photographs and wymans ofteninsightful observations and minibios on a per artist basis. Bill wymans blues odyssey the second book by the former rolling stone bassist after his memoir stone alone is an expansive and comprehensive look at the blues, a volume that truly deserves its name. Bill wymans blues odyssey dvd starts by exploring the primitive origins of the blues in africa and takes us on a global journey through the rural southern states of america up to the urban northern cities and eventually over to europe and the uk. In this evocative and intensely personal history of the blues, bill wyman pays tribute to the musicians who inspired him and whose music he took around the world as a member of the rolling stones.
Find bill wyman discography, albums and singles on allmusic. He s a monster bass player and a mediocre at best singer who relies on his many famous friends to help him out. Here, former rolling stones bassist and fulltime blues aficionado bill wyman picks 46 of his favorite classic blues songs nothing goes past the early 1950s. Bill wyman born william george perks jr 24 october 1936 is an english musician, record producer, songwriter and singer. The friends this time range from george harrison who adds slide guitar to the somnambulant blues love letters to vocal jazz legend.
Mar 27, 2008 former stone s bass player bill wyman gave a seminar on the history of blues music to an audience of school kids in october 2007 and here s part one. Biography one of the first musicians to sign on as a member of the rolling stones, bill wyman was the bands bassist from 1962 to 1991. He was the bass guitarist for the english rock and roll band the rolling stones from 1962 until 1993. Bill wymans blues odyssey by bill wyman, hardcover barnes. A journey to music s heart and soul first edition by wyman, bill isbn. Muddy waters was fabulous as well as john lee hooker and of course b. A journey to musics heart and soul first edition by wyman, bill isbn.
Now, those tracks make up the majority of songs performed during bill wyman s rhythm kings live, taped during a berlin concert in june 2005. We follow their descendants as they walk, travel the highways, in this evocative and intensely personal history of the blues, bill wyman pays tribute to the musicians who inspired him and whose music he took around the world as a. In this evocative and intensely personal history of the b. Explore releases from bill wyman s rhythm kings at discogs. It includes a list and pictures of albums that he singled out in his blues journey.
He has worked producing records and films, and has scored music for films and television. Its true it is bill wymans insider experience of the blues but it is very authentic, enlightening and it will get you moving. Since 1997 he has recorded and toured with his own band, bill wymans rhythm kings. Click here to get the pdf file of these wonderful songs. Bill wymans blues odyssey is told with the passion and insight that only he can command, through his having known many of the legends, played with them, talked with them and taken their music to the world. Drawing on his stash of 1,300 albums, the twocd set bill wymans blues odyssey makes a strong case for the lasting eloquence of the african american blues music recorded in the oppressive south during the depression and on till 1951.