40 Blue Fingers, Freshly Packed and Ready to Serve (1968)
This was the debut album of Chicken Shack, released on the Blue Horizon label in 1968. It featured a mix of original songs by Webb and Perfect, as well as covers of blues classics by Freddie King, Elmore James, and Otis Rush. The album reached No. 12 on the UK Albums Chart and showcased the band's raw and energetic blues style. Some of the standout tracks include "When the Train Comes Back", "Lonesome Whistle Blues", and "The Letter".
O.K. Ken? (1969)
The second album by Chicken Shack was also released on Blue Horizon in 1969. It followed a similar formula as the first album, but with more emphasis on Webb's guitar work and Perfect's vocals. The album reached No. 9 on the UK Albums Chart and featured some of the band's most popular songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "Tears in the Wind", and "Get Like You Used to Be". The album also included a tribute to their producer Mike Vernon, titled "The Right Way Is My Way".
100 Ton Chicken (1969)
The third album by Chicken Shack was a departure from their previous blues-oriented sound. It was more experimental and eclectic, incorporating elements of rock, jazz, and psychedelic music. The album was also the last one to feature Christine Perfect, who left the band shortly after its release to join Fleetwood Mac. The album did not chart as well as the previous ones, but it received some critical acclaim for its adventurous approach. Some of the notable tracks include "San-Ho-Zay", "The Road of Love", and "Webbed Feet".
Accept (1970)
The fourth album by Chicken Shack marked another change in their musical direction. It was more influenced by hard rock and heavy metal, with louder guitars and drums. The album also featured a new keyboardist, Paul Raymond, who replaced Christine Perfect. The album did not achieve much commercial success, but it showcased the band's versatility and creativity. Some of the highlights include "Diary of Your Life", "Some Other Time", and "Telling Your Fortune".
Imagination Lady (1972)
The fifth album by Chicken Shack was a return to their blues roots, but with a more modern and polished sound. It was produced by Neil Slaven and featured a new rhythm section of Bob Daisley on bass and Paul Hancox on drums. The album also included a guest appearance by saxophonist Johnny Almond on the track "Crying Won't Help You Now". The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, who praised Webb's guitar playing and songwriting skills. Some of the standout tracks include "Daughter of the Hillside", "Going Down", and "Poor Boy".
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Unlucky Boy (1973)
The sixth album by Chicken Shack was another solid blues-rock effort, with some funk and soul influences. It was produced by Webb himself and featured a cover version of Little Feat's "On Your Way Down". The album also included some original songs by Webb, such as "As Time Goes Passing By", "You Know You Could Be Right", and "Unlucky Boy". The album did not chart very high, but it received some favorable reviews from critics.
Goodbye Chicken Shack (1974)
The seventh album by Chicken Shack was a compilation of live recordings from various concerts in Germany in 1973. It was released by Deram Records and featured some of the band's best-known songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "The Thrill Is Gone", and "Stan the Man". The album captured the band's live energy and performance skills, and was well received by fans.
Stan the Man (Live) (1977)
The eighth album by Chicken Shack was another live album, recorded at the Marquee Club in London in 1976. It was released by Nova Records and featured a new line-up of Webb, Rob Hull on bass, Alan Powell on drums, and Tony Ashton on keyboards. The album included some of the band's classic songs, such as "Tears in the Wind", "The Letter", and "Webbed Feet", as well as some new ones, such as "Everyday I Have the Blues", "You Are the Sweetest Little Thing", and "Shake Your Money Maker". The album showcased Webb's charisma and humor as a frontman, as well as his guitar virtuosity.
In the Can (1980)
The ninth album by Chicken Shack was a studio album, released by Epic Records in 1980. It was produced by Webb and featured a new line-up of Webb, Hull, Powell, and Robbie Blunt on guitar. The album was more influenced by pop and rock music, with some synthesizers and keyboards. The album included some original songs by Webb, such as "The End", "Reconsider Baby", and "You're Mean", as well as some covers of songs by Bob Dylan, Chuck Berry, and Willie Dixon. The album did not sell very well, but it received some positive reviews from critics.
Reflections (1993)
The tenth album by Chicken Shack was a compilation of rare and unreleased tracks from the band's early years on Blue Horizon. It was released by Secret Records in 1993 and featured some of the band's original songs, such as "It's Okay With Me Baby", "Worried About My Woman", and "Six Nights in Seven", as well as some covers of songs by Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, and Jimmy Reed. The album was a treat for fans who wanted to hear more of the band's classic blues sound.
Stan The Man (2002)
The eleventh album by Chicken Shack was a live album, recorded at the 100 Club in London in 2001. It was released by Decca Records in 2002 and featured a line-up of Webb, Jim Rudge on bass, Mick Jones on drums, and Gary Davies on keyboards. The album included some of the band's most popular songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "The Thrill Is Gone", and "Stan the Man", as well as some new ones, such as "So Tell Me", "The House That Love Lives In", and "Blues for the Lost Days". The album demonstrated Webb's enduring passion and talent for blues music.
Going Up, Going Down - The Anthology (2004)
The twelfth album by Chicken Shack was a double-CD anthology of the band's career from 1968 to 2004. It was released by Castle Music in 2004 and featured 40 tracks from all of the band's albums, as well as some rare and unreleased ones. The anthology covered all of the band's musical phases and styles, from blues to rock to jazz to pop. The anthology also included a booklet with liner notes by Neil Slaven and an interview with Stan Webb.
The Complete Blue Horizon Sessions (2006)
The thirteenth album by Chicken Shack was a six-CD box set of the band's recordings for Blue Horizon from 1967 to 1970. It was released by Sony BMG in 2006 and featured all of the band's four studio albums for the label, plus two discs of bonus tracks, including singles, outtakes, demos, alternate versions, and live recordings. The box set also included a booklet with extensive liner notes by Mike Vernon and Mark Powell.
Poor Boy: The Deram Years (2007)
The fourteenth album by Chicken Shack was a two-CD compilation of the band's recordings for Deram Records from 1972 to 1974. It was released by Universal Music Group in 2007 and featured all of the band's two studio albums for the label, plus some bonus tracks, including singles, B-sides, and live recordings. The compilation also included a booklet with liner notes by David Wells.
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The following is a list of the other albums by Chicken Shack that were released from 1975 to 2010. These albums include studio albums, live albums, compilations, and collaborations with other artists. Some of these albums are hard to find or out of print, but they are worth checking out for fans of Chicken Shack and blues music in general.
Pluckin' Good (1975): This was a studio album by Chicken Shack, released by Nova Records in 1975. It featured a line-up of Webb, Hull, Powell, and Blunt, plus some guest musicians, such as Mel Collins on saxophone and flute. The album was more influenced by jazz and funk music, with some catchy and groovy songs, such as "You're a Liar", "Pluckin' Good", and "You'll Be Mine".
From the Vaults (1977): This was a compilation album by Chicken Shack, released by Nova Records in 1977. It featured some previously unreleased tracks from the band's early years on Blue Horizon, as well as some live recordings from 1973 and 1976. The album included some rare gems, such as "The Way It Is", "Sad Clown", and "I Wanna See My Baby".
That's the Way We Are (1978): This was a studio album by Chicken Shack, released by Sire Records in 1978. It featured a line-up of Webb, Hull, Powell, and Blunt, plus some guest musicians, such as Pete Wingfield on keyboards and Ray Warleigh on saxophone. The album was more influenced by pop and rock music, with some catchy and melodic songs, such as "The Loser", "That's the Way We Are", and "I'm in Love Again".
Stan Webb's Chicken Shack (1981): This was a studio album by Chicken Shack, released by Appaloosa Records in 1981. It featured a line-up of Webb, Hull, Powell, and Blunt, plus some guest musicians, such as Nicky Hopkins on keyboards and Dick Heckstall-Smith on saxophone. The album was more influenced by blues-rock and hard rock music, with some powerful and energetic songs, such as "Don't You Worry About a Thing", "Sweetest Little Thing", and "Stan Webb's Chicken Shack".
Roadies Concerto (1981): This was a live album by Chicken Shack, recorded at the Reading Festival in 1980. It was released by Appaloosa Records in 1981 and featured a line-up of Webb, Hull, Powell, Blunt, Hopkins, and Heckstall-Smith. The album included some of the band's classic songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "The Thrill Is Gone", and "Stan the Man", as well as some new ones, such as "Roadies Concerto", "Shake Your Money Maker", and "Spoonful". The album showcased the band's live prowess and chemistry.
Still Live After All These Years (1993): This was a live album by Chicken Shack, recorded at various venues in Europe in 1992. It was released by Indigo Records in 1993 and featured a line-up of Webb, Rudge, Jones, Davies, plus some guest musicians, such as Miller Anderson on guitar and vocals. The album included some of the band's most popular songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "The Thrill Is Gone", and "Stan the Man", as well as some new ones, such as "So Tell Me", "The House That Love Lives In", and "Blues for the Lost Days". The album demonstrated Webb's enduring passion and talent for blues music.
Webb (1995): This was a solo studio album by Stan Webb, released by Indigo Records in 1995. It featured Webb on guitar and vocals, plus some guest musicians, such as Pete Wingfield on keyboards and Paul Jones on harmonica. The album included some original songs by Webb, such as "Webbed Feet", "The Doctor", and "Don't You Lie to Me", as well as some covers of songs by Robert Johnson, Willie Dixon, and Chuck Berry. The album showed Webb's versatility and creativity as a solo artist.
On Air (1998): This was a compilation album by Chicken Shack, released by Strange Fruit Records in 1998. It featured some live recordings from the BBC Radio sessions from 1968 to 1972. The album included some of the band's classic songs, such as "When the Train Comes Back", "Tears in the Wind", and "Get Like You Used to Be", as well as some rare ones, such as "Mean Old World", "San-Ho-Zay", and "The Right Way Is My Way". The album captured the band's early sound and spirit.
Very Live (2000): This was a live album by Chicken Shack, recorded at various venues in Europe in 1999. It was released by Indigo Records in 2000 and featured a line-up of Webb, Rudge, Jones, Davies, plus some guest musicians, such as Miller Anderson on guitar and vocals. The album included some of the band's most popular songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "The Thrill Is Gone", and "Stan the Man", as well as some new ones, such as "So Tell Me", "The House That Love Lives In", and "Blues for the Lost Days". The album demonstrated Webb's enduring passion and talent for blues music.
Changes (2005): This was a studio album by Chicken Shack, released by Indigo Records in 2005. It featured a line-up of Webb, Rudge, Jones, Davies, plus some guest musicians, such as Miller Anderson on guitar and vocals. The album included some original songs by Webb, such as "Changes", "The End of the Road", and "Tell Me", as well as some covers of songs by Bob Dylan, Willie Dixon, and Jimmy Reed. The album showed Webb's maturity and depth as a songwriter and performer.
Stan Would Rather Go Live (2009): This was a live album by Chicken Shack, recorded at various venues in Europe in 2008. It was released by Angel Air Records in 2009 and featured a line-up of Webb, Rudge, Jones, Davies, plus some guest musicians, such as Miller Anderson on guitar and vocals. The album included some of the band's most popular songs, such as "I'd Rather Go Blind", "The Thrill Is Gone", and "Stan the Man", as well as some new ones, such as "So Tell Me", "The House That Love Lives In", and "Blues for the Lost Days". The album demonstrated Webb's enduring passion and talent for blues music.
Going Home (2010): This was a studio album by Chicken Shack, released by Angel Air Records in 2010. It featured a line-up of Webb, Rudge, Jones, Davies, plus some guest musicians, such as Miller Anderson on guitar and vocals. The album included some original songs by Webb, such as "Going Home", "You'll Be Mine", and "Remembering Christine Perfect", as well as some covers of songs by Robert Johnson, Willie Dixon, and Chuck Berry. The album showed Webb's tribute and gratitude to his musical influences and friends.
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