Influenced by Otis Rush, Magic Sam & B.B. King, and with a clear declamatory vocal style, Byther Smith has been a favorite here since the late 1980's  His recordings consistently mine the rich West Side Chicago sound and his originals are quirky & interesting.  This set offers a glimpse into his early recordings with five 45's from 1962 thru 1976.  There is a stellar live recording from Belgium which shows his band to be on the mark.................

BYTHER SMITH SOTO SOUND SESSION 1989

2. What Have I Done
3. Addressing The Nation With The Blues
4. Hello Mrs. Brown
5. Was Coming Home
6. I Wish My Mother Was Here
7. Looking For A Woman
8. Movin'
9. Ain't No Sunshine (instrumental)
10. Play The Blues On The Moon
11. Put Your Arms Around Me
12. What Is This
13. You Should Be Proud Of Your Daughter

BYTHER SMITH 45'S

1. Thanks You Mr. Kennedy - Byther Smith And The Lover Boys
2. Champion Girl - Byther Smith - Byther Smith And The Lover Boys
3. Give Me My White Robe Part 1- Byther Smith
4. Give Me My White Robe Part 2 - Byther Smith
5. Money Tree - Byther Smith
6. I'm So Unhappy - Byther Smith
7. What Have I Done - Byther Smith
8. Sweet Sixteen - Byther Smith
9. Tell Me How You Like It - Byther 'Smitty' Smith
10. Come On In This House - Byther 'Smitty' Smith

BYTHER SMITH LIVE BELGIUM 1990

1. This Little Voice - Byther Smith
2. Movin' On - Byther Smith
3. It's My Own Fault - Byther Smith
4. Messin' With The Kid - Byther Smith
5. The Thrill Is Gone / Talk To Your Daughter - Byther Smith