Raven reissued Robert Gordon's first two albums, With Link Wray and Fresh Fish Special, on a single CD in 1997, adding nine bonus tracks -- "Rock Billy Boogie," "Black Slacks," "Love My Baby," "All by Myself," "Nervous," "Sweet Love on My Mind," "Drivin' Wheel," "Someday, Someway," and "Fire" -- to the original albums. Arguably, these records capture Gordon at his best, and this is an ideal purchase for serious fans. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

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Red Hot 1977-1981 is a terrific compilation of Robert Gordon's peak years, featuring his nervy covers of such rockabilly staples as "Red Hot/Flyin' Saucers Rock'N'Roll," "Black Slacks" and "It's Only Make Believe," plus the best of such latter-day rockabilly revival tunes and originals as "Rock Billy Boogie." A few fans might find a personal favorite or two missing, but overall it's a near-definitive summation of Gordon's best recordings. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

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Dig it -- what could be better than one great Robert Gordon CD compilation? How about a second great Robert Gordon compilation? When Bear Family came out with Robert Gordon Is Red Hot in 1989, it marked the rockabilly king's official debut in the digital domain (assuming one doesn't count New Rose's Live at Lone Star, issued the same year). And it was pretty amazing hearing 25 songs from Gordon's prime early period, on Private Stock and RCA, assembled together in an hourlong riot...   [ read more ]

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