Dance Album of Carl Perkins cover

Dance Album of Carl Perkins

Carl Perkins · 1957

33 min · 13 tracks · country · rockabilly

A vibrant blend of rockabilly rhythms and country twang that captures the spirit of 1950s Americana.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • lighthearted, carefree vibes
  • danceable rhythms and grooves

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1957, 'Dance Album of Carl Perkins' followed his massive hit 'Blue Suede Shoes'. At this point, Perkins was solidifying his role as a pioneer of rockabilly, transitioning from regional fame to national prominence amidst the burgeoning rock 'n' roll scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Johnny Cash· Elvis Presley· Buddy Holly

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Blue Suede Shoes 2:17
  • 2 Movie Magg 2:11
  • 3 Sure to Fall 2:30
  • 4 Gone Gone Gone 2:40
  • 5 Honey Don’t 2:52
  • 6 Only You 3:22
  • 7 All Mama’s Children 2:07
  • 8 Tennessee 3:05
  • 9 Wrong Yo Yo 2:35
  • 10 Everybody’s Trying to Be My Baby 2:14
  • 11 Matchbox 2:10
  • 12 Your True Love 2:46
  • 13 Boppin’ the Blues 2:52

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