Various Artists – The Songs of John D. Loudermilk (Sittin' In The Balcony)

2 CD Set
🎼 A Songwriter’s Songbook—Celebrating the Pen Behind the Hits 🎼

Step into the world of legendary American songwriter John D. Loudermilk with this expansive 2-CD set from Jasmine Records. The Songs of John D. Loudermilk (Sittin’ In The Balcony) traces the arc of one of the most prolific and versatile songwriters of the 20th century—from his own recordings under the alias Johnny Dee, to unforgettable performances by stars like Johnny Cash, Connie Francis, The Everly Brothers, Brenda Lee, and Eddie Cochran.

This lovingly curated collection blends pop, country, rock, and early folk sounds into a celebration of Loudermilk’s lyricism and legacy.

✨ What Makes It Special:

• A comprehensive 64-track collection over 2 discs, showcasing both Loudermilk's original recordings and classic covers by major artists

• Includes iconic hits like “Tobacco Road,” “Angela Jones,” “Ebony Eyes,” “Sad Movies (Make Me Cry),” and “Sittin' In The Balcony”

• Features performances from legends across genres—country, pop, folk, and rock

• Rare recordings from Loudermilk’s early days as Johnny Dee, including collaborations with The Bluenotes and under the satirical moniker Ebe Sneezer & His Epidemics

• Released by Jasmine Records, a respected UK label known for quality reissues

📦 Product Details:

• Title: The Songs of John D. Loudermilk (Sittin’ In The Balcony)

• Format: 2 x CD, Compilation

• Label: Jasmine Records – JASCD 699

• Release Year: 2012

• Genre: Pop, Folk, Country

• Style: Singer-Songwriter, Rockabilly, Nashville Sound

• Country: UK

• Barcode: 604988069921

🎵 CD 1 Highlights (John D. Loudermilk Recordings):

• Johnny Dee – Sittin’ In The Balcony, Teenage Queen, 1000 Concrete Blocks

• John D. Loudermilk – Tobacco Road, Language of Love, Midnight Bus, Blue Train (Of the Heartbreak Line)

• Ebe Sneezer & His Epidemics – Asiatic Flu, That’s All I’ve Got

• Many more rarities and early solo works

🎵 CD 2 Highlights (Covers by Iconic Artists):

• Eddie Cochran – Sittin’ In The Balcony

• Johnny Cash – God Will

• Brenda Lee – Weep No More My Baby

• Connie Francis – (He’s My) Dreamboat, He’s Just A Scientist

• Everly Brothers – Ebony Eyes, Why Not

• Sue Thompson – Sad Movies (Make Me Cry), Norman

• Ricky Nelson, George Hamilton IV, Kitty Wells, Bobby Vee, and many more

🎧 Perfect For:

• ✔️ Songwriter and lyricist enthusiasts

• ✔️ Fans of classic 50s–60s pop, folk, and country

• ✔️ Collectors of rare and remastered recordings

• ✔️ Music historians and vinyl-to-CD archivists

• ✔️ Anyone looking to explore the hits behind the hitmakers

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🎶 Discover the voice behind the voices. Own this essential tribute to a songwriting great—The Songs of John D. Loudermilk belongs in every music lover’s collection!