I bought "Eddie Mack: The Complete Recordings, 1947-1952," without knowing anything about Mack. I figured I wasn't taking much of chance when I saw he was accompanied by Cootie Williams, Willis "Gator" Jackson, Gus Johnson, Bobby Smith, Bill Jennings, Leroy Kirkland, Rene Hall, Ed Thigpen, Ace Harris and many other top jazz and blues musicians.Sometimes I lose my bets. This time I won big.
Mack was a blues shouter similar to Wynonie Harris and Jimmy Witherspoon and damn near as good. He sang with a rich, clear tone that seemed to pop when he hit his high notes. And, man, do the guys behind him cook. Highlights include "Mercenary Papa," "Hoot and Holler Saturday Night" and "Kind Loving Daddy."
Here's a song that isn't on this collection, but it will give you an idea of Mack's style.
