You can't think of Ernie K-Doe without thinking of "Mother-In-Law," his 1961 chart-topper and the only pop hit on his resumé. As the 18-track collection Absolutely the Best proves so well, though, K-Doe recorded many great sides, a few of which beat even the glorious "Mother-In-Law." The disc covers his early-'60s sides for the Minit and Duke logos very well, scooping up pleasant chart entries like "Te-Ta-Te-Ta-Ta" and "Popeye Joe." Fortunately, the compilers also recognized that as a lark, fans would want to hear "Get out ...
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You can't think of Ernie K-Doe without thinking of "Mother-In-Law," his 1961 chart-topper and the only pop hit on his resumé. As the 18-track collection Absolutely the Best proves so well, though, K-Doe recorded many great sides, a few of which beat even the glorious "Mother-In-Law." The disc covers his early-'60s sides for the Minit and Duke logos very well, scooping up pleasant chart entries like "Te-Ta-Te-Ta-Ta" and "Popeye Joe." Fortunately, the compilers also recognized that as a lark, fans would want to hear "Get out of My House," a quasi-cover of "Mother-In-Law" featuring the same deep bass vocals repeating the title as Benny Spellman had provided for the big hit. Those unfamiliar with K-Doe's career will undoubtedly get knocked out by "A Certain Girl" and "'Tain't It the Truth," two classics of New Orleans R&B with the same laid-back, sheepish finesse that made "Mother-In-Law" such a hit. ~ John Bush, Rovi
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Fair. Ex-Library rental. Disc(s) are professionally cleaned and may contain only light scratches that do not effect functionality. Includes disc(s), case, booklet, and back artwork. Disc(s), case, booklet, and back artwork may contain library/security stickers and ink writing. Case and artwork may show some wear. Case may not be an original jewel case. All disc(s) are authentic.
