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Why I Sing The Blues (album)

by Whop Frazier

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To celebrate Whop's birthday on August 31, Root Nine Records, founded by Bobby Thompson, is releasing a 9-song compilation album entitled 'Why I Sing the Blues', which was one of Whop's staple live songs throughout his performing career. Pulled from various albums, like 1993's 'Live at Bad Habits' with Bad Influence, and the 1995 album 'Doing It On My Own', this compilation is the first of two in a series, with more re-releases and deluxe editions scheduled for fall 2020 and spring 2021.

Whop explained how he got his nickname, “Well, it came about for a couple reasons. I started out using a pick on the bass that made a whopping sound. But as a teenager I also was known for exaggerating. The guys laughed and talked about me telling whoppers of tales. One of ‘em suggested they call me Whop. The name stuck.”

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released September 28, 2020

Album Notes:

Tracks 1 and 2 recorded live at the Bad Habits Cafe on August 14, 1993. Engineered by Pierre Sprey, on originally released by Mapleshade Records on the album 'Bad Influence, featuring Whop Frazier and guitar star 'Junior Tash'

Whop Frazier: vocals, electric bass
Michael Tash: electric guitar
Jay Corder: tenor sax
Dennis Hash: drums

Track 3 and 4 recorded in Washington DC in 1996, and released on a 5-song cassette tape titled 'Whop Frazier & Friends by Choice'. Produced and engineered by Whop Frazier and Bobby Thompson

Whop Frazier: vocals, electric bass
Bobby Thompson: guitar
Roger Edsall: harmonica
Will Bridges: saxophone
Vince Evans: keyboards
Earl Ivey: drums

Tracks 5-8 from the 1995 album 'Doing It On My Own', released on Stampede Records.

Whop Frazier: vocals, electric bass
Bobby Thompson: guitar
Vince Evans: keyboards
Will Bridges: saxophone
Tom Sobel: saxophone
Daniel Lee: trumpet
Vic Smalley: drums

Track 9 originally released on Barn Yard Records album 'Hand Dance' from 2000.

Whop Frazier: vocals, bass
Vince Evans: piano
Earl Ivey: drums

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Root Nine Records Washington, D.C.

With an artistic vision that transcends boundaries, our record label brings together a diverse range of musical genres, showcasing the vibrant and ever-evolving DC music scene. From electrifying rock bands to soulful singer-songwriters, we pride ourselves on discovering and nurturing exceptional talent that defies convention. ... more

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