Eddy Clearwater - Flim Doozie

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Review by Dan Petitt

Flim Doozie by Eddy Clearwater: A Chicago Blues Masterpiece That Still Hits Hard Let’s cut to the chase—Eddy Clearwater’s Flim Doozie isn’t just another blues album; it’s like a late-night conversation with an old friend who knows exactly how life can knock you around but still leaves you laughing at the end. Released in 1986 on Rooster Blues Records, this record is pure Chicago Blues gold, packed with raw emotion, killer guitar licks, and enough soul to fill a juke joint twice over. And yeah, it made waves not only in the US but also across Japan, Canada, Europe—you name it. What makes Flim Doozie stand out? For starters, the sheer talent crammed into these grooves is ridiculous. You’ve got legends like Otis Rush shredding guitar solos, Sugar Blue wailing on harmonica, and Eddy himself owning every vocal line like he was born for it (spoiler alert: he kinda was). The band feels tight yet loose, like they’re jamming in your living room instead of laying down tracks in some studio. Now let me tell ya about two tunes that stuck with me long after the needle lifted off the vinyl—or, you know, after I hit pause on Spotify. First up: “I.R.S. Man.” This track kicks things off with a swagger so smooth it could sell snake oil to a skeptic. It’s got this sly humor running through it, poking fun at Uncle Sam while keeping the groove nasty and lowdown. Will Crosby’s rhythm guitar locks in perfectly with Herman Applewhite’s basslines, creating a foundation sturdy enough for Otis Rush to go wild on lead. Every time I hear those opening chords, I feel like grabbing my wallet and heading straight to the nearest tax office… or maybe just dancing in defiance. Either way, it works. Then there’s “Black Night – Falling Down Heavy,” which hits harder than a hangover after a three-day bender. Abb Locke’s saxophone moans like a broken heart, and when Sugar Blue blows his harp, it’s as if the sky itself is crying. Eddy’s voice carries this weary wisdom, like he’s lived through every bad decision and dark alley mentioned in the lyrics. By the time Leo Davis drops those haunting organ notes, you’re fully submerged in the blues. Honestly, it’s one of those songs where you don’t know whether to cry, scream, or pour yourself another drink—and maybe that’s the point. The production quality deserves a shout-out too. Producer Jim O’Neal and engineer Harry Brotman kept everything sounding crisp without losing that gritty edge that defines Chicago Blues. Amy O’Neal’s design work on the cover gives it a vibe that screams “classic” even before you drop the needle. Oh, and Bill Dahl’s liner notes? They’re basically required reading if you wanna dig deeper into what makes this album tick. So here’s the thing about Flim Doozie: it’s more than just music—it’s a snapshot of a moment when the blues were alive and kicking, unapologetically real and ready to take on the world. Listening to it now feels like finding a dusty photo album in the attic, each track a memory waiting to be rediscovered. And hey, here’s something weird—I bet Eddy never imagined people would still be spinning this album decades later, dissecting its genius from their laptops or smartphones. But that’s the magic of great art, right? It sticks around longer than anyone expects, reminding us all that no matter how much things change, the blues stays the same. So next time someone asks why you love vinyl or old-school records, slap this baby on and let it do the talking.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Black Night-Falling Down Heavy7:33
All About The Blues5:48
Flimdoozie4:30
Sugar Baby3:50
Johnny B Goode
Sail The Ship5:29
Black Night - Falling Down Heavy7:33
I.R.S. Man4:12
Do This Town Tonight4:00
All About the Blues5:58
Black Night--Falling Down Heavy7:33
Don't Take My Blues6:58
Sail the Ship5:29
Flim Doozie4:30

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Catalog Numbers

  • R 2622
  • R2622
  • R92622
  • K32Y 2092

Labels

Rooster Blues Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album
  • Stereo
  • Cassette
  • CD

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)Rooster Blues Records
Copyright (c)Rooster Blues Records
Distributed ByAvan-Guard Music
Recorded AtP.S. Recording Studios
Mixed AtARS Recording
Published ByDrop Top Music
Licensed ToDouble Trouble Records

Credits

RoleCredit
Backing VocalsEddy Clearwater (tracks: A3), Leroy Brown (tracks: A3)
Baritone SaxophoneAbb Locke (tracks: B1)
BassHerman Applewhite
DesignAmy O'Neal
DrumsTim Austin
EngineerHarry Brotman
GuitarOtis Rush (tracks: A1, A4, B2, B3, B4), Will Crosby (tracks: all except B2)
HarmonicaSugar Blue (tracks: A2, B2)
Liner NotesBill Dahl
OrganLeo Davis (tracks: A1, A4, B1)
Photography ByJim O'Neal
PianoLeo Davis (tracks: A1 to A4, B2 to B4)
ProducerEddy Clearwater, Jim O'Neal
Tenor SaxophoneAbb Locke (tracks: A3)
VocalsEddy Clearwater

Notes

  • Recorded at PS Recording Studios, Chicago.
  • Mixed at ARS Recording Studios, Alsip, Illinois.
  • All tracks co-published by Drop Top Music and Cleartone Publishing (BMI) except A4, co-published by Travis Music, Drop Top Music and Cleartone Publishing (BMI)
  • Distributed by Flying Fish Records, 1304 W. Schubert, Chicago IL 60614
  • Licensed for European release by Double Trouble Records, Krugerlaan 189, 2806 EH Gouda, The Netherlands. (Distributed in Europe by Parsifal P.V.B.A., Gulden Vlieslaan 67, 8000 Brugge, Belgium.)
  • © ℗ 1986 Rooster Blues Records
  • Jacket printed in Canada
  • Recorded at PS Recording Studios, Chicago
  • Mixed at ARS Recording Studio, Alsip, Illinois
  • JAPAN EDITION WITH LYRIC BOOK

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Runnout Side A): R2622 A
  • Matrix / Runout (Runnout Side B): R2622 B
  • Rights Society: BMI
  • Matrix / Runout: Side One- QCa R2622 A288 DK
  • Matrix / Runout: Side Two- QCA R2622 B2 DK

About Eddy Clearwater

Blues singer and guitar player, born January 10, 1935 in Macon, Mississippi, died June 1, 2018, Skokie, Illinois, United States. Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater was the stage name of Edward Harrington, who had left Birmingham, Alabama, for Chicago in 1950, making his first recordings there in the mid-1950s for Atomic-H. Blues Revue said Eddy played joyous rave-ups & he testifies with stunning soul fervor and powerful guitar. One of the blues finest songwriters.

Real Name

    • Edward Harrington

Name Vars

  • Clear Water
  • Clearwater
  • E. Clearwater
  • Eddie \
  • Eddie Clearwater
  • Eddie Clearwaters
  • Eddy
  • Eddy \
  • Eddy 'The Chief' Clearwater
  • Eddy The Chief Clearwater

Aliases

  • Clear Waters
  • Eddy Harrington

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Flim Doozie* by Eddy Clearwater, released in 1986, features a track called "Johnny B. Goode." Yep, the blues legend covered Chuck Berry's iconic song. But here’s the kicker—it wasn’t just any cover. Eddy brought his Chicago Blues style to it, makin’ it feel fresh yet rooted in tradition. Oh, and get this: Otis Rush, another blues giant, played guitar on several tracks. So, you’ve got two blues legends teaming up on one album. That’s like finding a hidden treasure for any blues fan!

Comments

fawnart43
fawnart43
2025-03-15
With Otis Rush
serik2017sss
serik2017sss
2025-03-15
www.blues247.com
4tloh
4tloh
2025-03-15
BEST!!!!!!!!!!!! ATHENS!!!!!!!!!!!
karloskotrino
karloskotrino
2025-03-15
I used to have this on vinyl. I wish the rest of the album was available on YouTube.
11vvector
11vvector
2025-03-14
I LOVE IT
paolachacasaguay663539891
paolachacasaguay663539891
2025-03-14
I noticed Eddy's name is down as co-writer of this with Jessie Mae Robinson. This isn't bad at all but I prefer James Cotton's
version on "Chicago, The Blues Today: Vol. 2". Cotton's version on "Harp Attack" is credited solely to Robinson.
blakkzisback
blakkzisback
2025-03-14
Awesomeeee!!!Love this guy !!❤️
nancysvryza
nancysvryza
2025-03-14
Thank you All Blues, is about the best version and even Deep Purple took a swing, The hawks did too, yet Lil' Ed (with Big Pookie) and Eddy The Chief make this half breeds howling echo feel the pain, embrace the pain, one in the chamber and six on the roll, moves my soul beyond... click click... BOOM! -uhhh, what he said. ~CorVus~ (on RaVen's line again)
countryarbor
countryarbor
2025-03-13
We love the Chief!!! As well Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials does a bang gone far out bong down blast in black and blues version with his big big brother Pookie!!! Eddy I am still your dissident bro, and time for FU2 Andy Warhol Emoticonventionalizedsnot what I dare to think! garbage art- "gardyloo and fore!!! ~~~*^&^*~~~Ice & Eyes, roll over Andy
anushkaarabecar
anushkaarabecar
2025-03-12
♥♥♥
ananas59rus
ananas59rus
2025-03-11
♥♥♥