There is no way to overestimate the influence of Jimmie Rodgers on country music history. Practically every major figure of the 1930s, '40s, and '50s was inspired by Rodgers, as were many later artists, such as Bob Dylan. With his keening voice, rich songwriting, and mix of blues, folk, and country guitar styles, Rodgers was one of country music's first true superstars. His bluesy songs detail the life of the rounder, while his supple yodel communicates joy, agony, and every emotion between.

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• (2007)  The Best Of Jimmie Rodgers
• (2002)  RCA Country Legends
• (1997)  Essential Jimmie Rodgers
• (1991)  Riding High - 1929-1930
• (1991)  Volume 8: Last Sessions 1933
• (1991)  The Early Years (1928-1929)
• (1991)  America's Blue Yodeler
• (1991)  Down The Old Road: 1931-1932
• (1991)  First Sessions: 1927-28
• (1991)  No Hard Times 1932
• (1991)  Jimmy Rogers 1929 On The Way Up
• (1990)  The Best of Jimmie Rodgers
• (1957)  Train Whistle Blues

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• roki7777 on 2007-02-12 20:28:24.067:
  I love Jimmie Rodger's singing, expecially his yodeling. I read that the train whistle was tied down all the way from New York City to the South when Jimmie's body was being carried back home.