This is by no means the complete pre-war work of the great bluesman (although those who want to go into greater depth can find virtually everything elsewhere). Instead, it offers a fabulous overview with 20 cuts covering the period before World War II, a offers a chance to see just how important and influential
Broonzy really was. With "I Can't Be Satisfied" and "Saturday Night Rub" he was a seminal figure, but one whose range ran to more popular material, too, like "I Feel So Good." You might think
Charley Patton and Robert Johnson were the heart of the blues, but based on the evidence here,
Broonzy can stake a very good claim. If you don't require the complete works, this will perfectly cover your desires. ~ Chris Nickson