Craft Recordings and Bluesville Records Reveal 2025 Blues Vinyl Reissues
Craft Recordings and Bluesville Records have set the stage for 2025 with the release of two iconic blues vinyl reissues featuring legends Buddy Guy and Scrapper Blackwell. These reissues are meticulously crafted to deliver superior sound quality, far surpassing the performance of any previously owned copies in collectors’ stacks. The partnership between Craft Recordings and Bluesville Records continues to thrive, bringing timeless blues records to audiophiles with exceptional fidelity.
Scheduled for release on May 16 and available for pre-order now, the collection includes Buddy Guy’s seminal 1968 live album, This Is Buddy Guy!, and Scrapper Blackwell’s 1962 comeback effort, Mr. Scrapper’s Blues. Both LPs are pressed on 180-gram vinyl by Quality Record Pressings (QRP), ensuring durability and optimal sound reproduction. The albums feature faithfully reproduced tip-on jackets and come with an informative obi strip containing new liner notes by GRAMMY-winning producer Scott Billington.
The mastering process was handled by GRAMMY-nominated engineer Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab, utilizing an all-analog approach to preserve the authentic warmth and dynamics of the original recordings. Collaborating with Acoustic Sounds, a leader in the audiophile community, the reissues promise a listening experience that highlights the intricate guitar work and soulful performances that define these artists’ legacies.
Buddy Guy’s This Is Buddy Guy! captures his electrifying live performances at the New Orleans House in Berkeley, CA, showcasing his masterful guitar solos and powerful vocals. Scrapper Blackwell’s Mr. Scrapper’s Blues presents a collection of his finest work, including tracks like “Blues Before Sunrise” and “Little Boy Blues,” recorded during a poignant comeback period before his untimely passing.
In addition to the vinyl releases, both albums are available in high-resolution and standard digital formats, catering to diverse listening preferences. Priced at $32.99 on Amazon, these reissues honor the rich traditions of blues music and provide a high-quality addition to any audiophile’s collection.
