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 - Matchbox (1957) "Matchbox," released in 1957 by Carl Perkins, is a rockabilly milestone, transforming blues roots into a rock and roll anthem. Originating from a 1927 blues number by Blind Lemon Jefferson, Perkins reimagined it during a Sun Studio session in Memphis, with Sam Phillips producing. The song, featuring Jerry Lee Lewis on piano, blends Perkins’ sharp guitar work and dynamic vocals with a bluesy narrative, creating a fresh yet familiar sound. Perkins’ version of "Matchb

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