Includes the legendary 1957 Rockabilly classic Shirley Lee

Features wild, high-energy tracks like Arkansas Twist, You Mostest Girl, Woe Is Me, and rare gems like Mayonnaise Man

Bobby Lee Trammell was known for outrageous, provocative stage shows – “ten times raunchier than Elvis” (Tillman Franks)

Comprehensive selection of his rawest and most exciting Rock ’n’ Roll recordings

Compiled and annotated by Arkansas music expert Alex Petrauskas

Deluxe booklet with rare photos, illustrations, and complete discography

Part of Bear Family Records®’ acclaimed Rocks series

The Wild Man from Arkansas – Unleashed Rockabilly Energy! With Shirley Lee, Bobby Lee Trammell made Rockabilly history in 1957 – a song that instantly turned him into a legend. Bear Family Records® now dedicates a powerful entry in its acclaimed Rocks series to this electrifying performer: Bobby Lee Trammell – Rocks brings together his wildest, rawest, and most unforgettable Rock 'n' Roll recordings on one explosive CD. Known for his outrageous stage shows – erotic, provocative, and, as some said, “ten times raunchier than Elvis” – Trammell pushed the limits of performance and sound. This collection features essentials like You Mostest Girl, Woe Is Me, and Arkansas Twist, along with forgotten gems such as Mayonnaise Man.

Compiled by respected music journalist and Arkansas expert Alex Petrauskas, who also penned the in-depth liner notes. The accompanying booklet includes rare photos, illustrations, and a complete discography. A must-have for Rockabilly fans – and a fitting tribute to one of the wildest and most uncompromising artists of his era! 

1. Arkansas Twist
2. It S All Your Fault (Alley Version)
3. Shirley Lee
4. I Sure Do Love You Baby
5. You Mostest Girl
6. Uh Oh
7. My Susie J. My Susie Jane
8. Open Up Your Heart
9. Woe is Me
10. Hi Ho Silver
11. Been a Walking
12. Come On Baby
13. Sally Twist (Part 1)
14. Carolyn
15. I Love Em All
16. New Dance In France
17. If You Don T Wanna, You Don T Have To
18. Come On and Love Me
19. Tator
20. If You Ever Get It Once (You Gonna Want It Agin )
21. I Need Love Twist
22. Everybody Twist
23. Am I Satisfying You
24. Arkansas Stomp
25. You Make Me Feel So Fine
26. Skimmy Lou
27. Betty Jean
28. Toolie Frollie
29. Sally Twist (Part 2)
30. Mayonnaise Man
31. Whole Lotta Shakin Goin On
32. You Re the Mostest Girl (Souncot Version)