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Georgie Fame is a true hero of rhythm and blues, a musician and bandleader who drew from jazz, soul and Jamaican bluebeat to create his own dynamic sound, paving the way for a hugely successful career. Now into its sixth decade, Georgie Fame\u2019s reputation as a true master of his trade is very firmly assured.<\/p>\n
\u2018The Whole World\u2019s Shaking: The Complete Recordings 1963-66\u2019 is a five-disc CD Box Set with expanded editions of the albums, \u2018Rhythm And Blues At The Flamingo\u2019, \u2018Fame At Last\u2019, \u2018Sweet Things\u2019 and \u2018Sound Venture\u2019 \u2013 each featuring a multitude of extra tracks. The fifth disc, entitled \u2018Bend A Little: Demos, Rarities, B-Sides And Outtakes\u2019 is packed with rare treasures (including 18 previously unreleased tracks) from the period, sourced following a worldwide search of tape libraries.<\/p>\n
Extensive liner notes come courtesy of author Chris Welch, and the inner booklet features many previously unseen photos.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a very classy collection from a superb musician who avoids the limelight, and simply maintains,<\/p>\n
\u201cSome people think I’m a rock’n’roll musician and some think I’m a jazz musician but, for me, there is no difference\u201d.<\/p>\n