Magic Slim is simply the greatest living proponent of the intense, electrified, Mississippi-to-Chicago blues style that spawned much of the music played by modern blues artists and rockers. Featuring Slim’s trademark slash and burn guitar and booming vocals, this definitive, budget-priced collection includes some of the finest moments in his eighteen year relationship with Blind Pig. This is no-frills, unapologetic, straight-no-chaser blues for the ages from a true national treasure. A “must-have” CD for any serious blues fan! (BUDGET PRICED $9.98 LIST.)

"The Essential Magic Slim is one "best of" collection that lives up to its title and Blind Pig has done a stellar job picking out a balanced mix of album highlights and fan favorites, creating a rock solid collection of some of Slim's toughest, most sincere performances. Whether you're new to Magic Slim, or a long-time fan, this is an excellent way to get acquainted with his music, or to reacquaint yourself with some of the finest moments of the past 18 years, all in one definitive collection" - Supporting The Blues

"Nobody cooks up a tougher meat-and-potatoes shuffle than Magic Slim. The towering guitarist has done some of his best recent work for Blind Pig Records, so the growling bite of the label's 15-track The Essential Magic Slim comes as no surprise." - Blues Revue

Tracks:

1. Before You Accuse Me (sample)
2. Mind Your Own Business (sample)
3. Think
4. Scufflin'
5. Crazy Woman (sample)
6. Mustang Sally (sample)
7. Goin' To Mississippi
8. What's Wrong
9. Playin' With My Mind
10. Black Tornado
11. Down In Virginia (sample)
12. Please Don't Dog Me
13. Jealous Man
14. How Many More Years (sample)
15. Get Your Business Straight