Louise Massey Accomp By "The Westerners" - When The White Azaleas Start Blooming Nobody To Love

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Review by D. ROSS

When The White Azaleas Start Blooming / Nobody To Love – A Little Slice of Country Gold Let me tell ya, this album by Louise Massey and her band "The Westerners" hits you right in the feels. It’s one of those records that doesn’t try too hard but still manages to stick with you long after the needle lifts off the vinyl. Released on Okeh Records back in the day, it's pure Americana goodness—folk, world, country vibes all rolled into something so simple yet unforgettable. First up, let’s talk about “When The White Azaleas Start Blooming.” Oh man, this track is like a warm hug from someone who knows exactly what you’ve been through. The fiddle work by Curt Massey? Absolutely killer. It dances around Louise’s vocals like sunlight filtering through trees. And Louise herself? She sings with this quiet strength, like she ain’t trying to prove anything, just telling her story straight from the heart. You can almost picture those azaleas blooming as she croons—it’s vivid without being overdone. That accordion by Larry Wellington sneaks in there too, adding this gentle swell that makes everything feel alive. I dunno how they pulled it off, but it’s magic. Then there’s “Nobody To Love.” Whew, this one cuts deep. If you’ve ever felt lonely or like nobody understands, this song gets it. Louise lays it bare here; her voice cracks just enough to make you believe every word she’s saying. Allen Massey’s guitar strums are steady, almost like he’s holding your hand while Louise breaks down the ache of solitude. Milt Mabie’s double bass adds this low-end pulse that keeps the whole thing grounded. There’s no flashy tricks, no big crescendos—just raw emotion spilling out note by note. By the end, you’re sitting there thinking, “Yeah… I’ve been there.” What strikes me most about these tracks is how real they feel. This isn’t some polished pop-country nonsense designed to sell trucks and beer. No, this is people playing music because they have to—not because they want to cash in. It’s stripped-down, honest, and kinda beautiful in its imperfections. Like an old photograph you find tucked away in a drawer, faded but full of memories. And here’s the thing—I didn’t expect to connect with this record as much as I did. Maybe it’s because we live in a world where everything’s loud and shiny now, but hearing something this unapologetically human feels rare. Or maybe it’s just that azaleas remind me of my grandma’s garden, and dangit, now I miss her. Either way, Louise Massey and The Westerners made something special here. Something timeless. So if you stumble across this little gem, give it a spin. Just don’t blame me if you start crying during “Nobody To Love”—and trust me, you might.

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Nobody To Love
When The White Azaleas Start Blooming

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Catalog Numbers

04221

Labels

Okeh

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Formats

  • Shellac
  • 10"
  • 78 RPM

Credits

RoleCredit
AccordionLarry Wellington
Double BassMilt Mabie
FiddleCurt Massey
GuitarAllen Massey
VocalsLouise Massey

Notes

  • Side A recorded 20 or 21 March 1934 in Chicago, IL.
  • Side B recorded 8 June 1936 in New York, NY.
  • Side A matrix no. CP--1004-1.
  • Side B matrix no. 19415-1.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): CP 1004-1 13
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): 19415 1-12
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A label): CP 1004
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B label): 19415

About Louise Massey Accomp By "The Westerners"

A quintet consisting of Louise, Curt and Allen Massey, Milton Mabie, and Larry Wellington. See also and .

Name Vars

  • Louise Massey & Her Westerners
  • Louise Massey Acc. By The Westerners
  • Louise Massey Accomp. By \
  • Louise Massey And Her Westerners
  • Louise Massey And The Four Westerners
  • Louise Massey And The Westerners
  • The Westerners (Massey Family)
  • The Westerners (The Massey Family)

Members

  • Louise Massey
  • Curt Massey
  • Allen Massey
  • Larry Wellington
  • Milt Mabie

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *When The White Azaleas Start Blooming / Nobody To Love* by Louise Massey, backed by "The Westerners," showcases a real family affair. Curt Massey, who played the fiddle, and Allen Massey, on guitar, were part of the band alongside Louise Massey herself. They blended their talents to create heartfelt country tunes that still resonate with fans of the genre. It’s like a musical family scrapbook captured on vinyl!