Happy Birthday to Carl Perkins! Today we remember the King of Rockabilly, who was born in Tiptonville, TN on April 9, 1932. Carl’s hit song, “Blue Suede Shoes,” was originally released on Sun Records in 1956 and was chosen for official preservation by the US Library of Congress in 2007. Enjoy this 2022 remastered version and lyric video at the link in our bio! | Sun Records

Carl Perkins - Honey Don't (Live) (1956) "Honey Don't," released in December 1956 as the B-side to "Blue Suede Shoes," is a rockabilly classic by Carl Perkins, blending country flair with rock and roll's raw energy. Recorded at Sun Studio in Memphis with producer Sam Phillips, it captures the authentic sound that defined the era. The song showcases Perkins' guitar prowess, featuring rhythmic strumming and lively solos, underpinned by a solid rockabilly backbeat. The lyrics present a man's playfu

Carl Perkins - Boppin' The Blues (Live) (1956) "Boppin' the Blues," by Carl Perkins, is a cornerstone of rockabilly music, released in 1956 following his hit "Blue Suede Shoes." This track solidified Perkins as a pivotal figure in rock and roll, blending blues, country, and gospel influences from the American South into a unique sound. Recorded at Sun Studio in Memphis with producer Sam Phillips, who was instrumental in the careers of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, the song is celebrated for its

Carl Perkins - Honey Don’t 1956 | Top Hat Crew's "Live Music Archives"