Sun: The Roots Of Rock: Volume 9: More Rebel Rockabilly

Released in 1976 by Charly Records, this compilation is part of a landmark series dedicated to cataloging the archives of Sam Phillips' Sun Records. During the mid-1970s, Charly Records secured the licensing rights to the Sun back catalog, undertaking a massive archival project to bring long-out-of-print rockabilly, blues, and country recordings to a new generation of listeners in the United Kingdom and beyond. This specific volume, focusing on the high-energy, raw sound of rockabilly, served to preserve the legacy of early rock and roll legends and lesser-known regional artists who defined the Sun studio aesthetic.

The aesthetic of the series was designed to reflect the historical significance of the material, typically utilizing archival photography and minimalist, functional graphic design that centered on the original label's iconic identity. The series was met with significant critical acclaim for its comprehensive approach to musicology, providing essential historical documentation for rockabilly enthusiasts. It successfully bridged the gap between the original 1950s singles and the burgeoning rockabilly revival movement of the late 1970s, helping to solidify the status of Sun Records as a foundational pillar of modern music history.