Southern Country Boy / Booze In The Bottle / Booby Trap Baby

Released in 1980 on the Charly R&B imprint, this record serves as a compilation of tracks originally recorded by the Carter Brothers in the 1960s. The Carter Brothers were an influential blues ensemble from Mississippi, known for their sharp, rhythm-driven sound that bridged the gap between traditional Delta blues and the tighter, electrified arrangements becoming popular in urban centers. This specific release was part of Charly Records' broader mission to reintroduce rare and overlooked blues gems to a new generation of enthusiasts during the early 1980s blues revival.

The design of this Charly R&B collection follows the label’s signature aesthetic for its blues reissues, which prioritized archival clarity and historical documentation over ornate contemporary graphic design. By highlighting regional blues performers through curated compilations, the label aimed to provide a comprehensive look at the diverse, high-energy output of Southern labels like Jewel and Paula Records. The release was received as an essential discovery for collectors and historians seeking to preserve the gritty, authentic spirit of mid-century Southern blues that had largely faded from the mainstream market.