Josh White - The Early Years Collection 1929-36Josh White was an entertainer, singer, songwriter, guitarist, actor and civil rights activist, who became a very public face of protest in the 1940s and was well known and popular in showbiz circles.

The oratorio remained a favorite with English and continental audiences until well after Handel's death

although in the US they had already had a No

This release continues the series of 4-CD sets which comprises selected annual collections of the biggest US country hits of each year

plus Eric Burdon originals co-written with new Animals keyboardist Dave Rowberry

Johnny Desmond

music by American jazz legend Ralph Towner

He was equally prolific on record

It features performances alongside many notable musicians of the era

" Also featured in this concert is young soprano Kristine Opolais

This great-value 69-track 3-CD set comprises recordings from across his active career

Best known as the writer and lead singer on the Four Deuces' bluesy vocal group classic 'W-P-L-J'

The title speaks for itself