Creedence Clearwater Revival, Willy and the Poor Boys (side A)

It's hard to say much new about CCR. 1969's Willy and the Poor Boys includes the obvious hits plus things like Leadbelly's "Cotton Fields" and a strange instrumental called "Poorboy Shuffle". Creedence are rightly remembered an amazing rock and roll band, and Willy and the Poor Boys reflects all of the reasons: great playing, writing, singing, and simple/tasteful production. The album cover is fun and memorable, and the vinyl, apart from being a bit bright, sounds great.