My one point of sadness is indeed the original liner notes for "Canned Heat" Possibly may not be included in this album. These liner notes, written by the band, two of Whom were top blues record collectors and scholars, all of the songs on Explained The First Album. I consider thesis notes among the 5 best liner notes from any album, ever: a great introduction to the blues.
If you like blues music, BUY THIS ALBUM. The two included not seem to be available seperately in Germany. Yes, the musicians are white. They play the blues with a sensitivity and power are indeed equal to any black players. They had high respect from many black blues legends, so skin color plays no part here. I wore out my first copy, and bought another.