Riverside Living Legends

[Rabshakeh]

I don't know much about this series - either the New Orleans or Chicago iterations.

Are any of the series worth picking up?

Edited July 25, 2022 by Rabshakeh

[Niko]

I got all of the NO and quite a few of the Chicago over the past few years... Worth it for the covers alone imho... Favorites include the Kid Thomas w Emile Barnes, the Louis Cottrell Trio, the Peter Bocage, the Jim Robinson Spirituals, the Lil Hardin... They're all great afaik... Chris Albertson was a bit more interested in uncovering the mystery behind Bessie Smith than I am and it shows in some production choices... But still, you can't go wrong

[jazzbo]

I agree with Niko--these are overall great and can be riveting listening if you are in the mood. 

[AllenLowe]

all excellent.