Various – Fools, Rebel Rousers & Girls On Death Row - The Lee Hazlewood Story

"Fools, Rebel Rousers & Girls On Death Row – The Lee Hazlewood Story 1955–1962" is a comprehensive compilation that traces the formative years of Lee Hazlewood, one of the most unique and influential figures in 20th-century American music.

Released as a limited edition for Record Store Day 2023, this anthology dives into the early stages of his career, featuring rare recordings, obscure tracks, and early collaborations with artists like Duane Eddy. The album reveals a multifaceted Hazlewood: a visionary producer, sharp songwriter, and storyteller with a keen eye for the darker side of American life. Blending country, rock ’n’ roll, and rhythm & blues, this selection showcases the fertile ground from which his later cinematic and unmistakable style would emerge. "Fools, Rebel Rousers & Girls On Death Row" is not only an essential document for fans and collectors but also a fascinating glimpse into an era when popular music was constantly being redefined.