1949 Stick McGhee - Drinkin’ Wine, Spo-Dee-O-Dee

This first major hit for Atlantic Records (and recognized as one of the precursors of rock ‘n roll) was the most successful recording by guitarist-singer-songwriter Granville “Stick” McGhee. It was a re-make of McGhee’s earlier 1947 version for the Harlem label. Billboard R&B Chart Peak: 2 - Billboard Pop Juke Box Chart Peak: 26 The original 78rpm was issued on Atlantic 873 - Drinkin’ Wine, Spo-Dee-O-Dee (McGhee) by “Stick” McGhee and His Buddies, recorded February 14, 1949