Product details
- Label ATCO Records
- Artist Buddy Guy
- Format 1LP
- Country Import
- Released Date 2017
- Genre Blues
- Sealed Yes
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Play The Blues by Buddy Guy featuring Junior Wells.
Buddy Guy delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Buddy Guy's performance delivers authentic emotional power rooted in blues tradition. Supporting musicians Junior Wells create perfect space and emotional depth. The balance between technical skill and expression defines great blues.
Album Story:
"Play The Blues," released in 1970 on ATCO Records, is a landmark album that showcases Buddy Guy's unparalleled talent and deep connection to the blues tradition. This album is not just a collection of songs; it is a vivid testament to the heart and soul of Chicago blues, infused with Guy's mesmerizing guitar work and passionate vocals. Recorded with a backing band that includes the legendary Junior Wells on harmonica, "Play The Blues" captures the raw energy of a live performance, delivering an intimate experience that transports listeners straight to the smoky clubs of Chicago. Buddy Guy's expressive riffs and emotional storytelling bridge the gap between traditional blues and the more contemporary styles emerging in the era, making this album a timeless piece that resonates with both purists and new listeners alike.
Beyond its exquisite musicianship, "Play The Blues" is a study in both the history and evolution of blues music. As one of the genre's pioneering figures, Buddy Guy's influence can be seen in the works of countless musicians
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. A Man Of Many Words
A2. My Baby Left Me (She Left Me A Mule To Ride)
A3. Come On In This House - Have Mercy Baby
A4. T - Bone Shuffle
A5. A Poor Man's Plea
B1. Messin' With The Kid
B2. This Old Fool
B3. I Don't Know
B4. Bad Bad Whiskey
B5. Honeydripper
Credits:
Juke Joint Jimmy - Accompanied By [Foot Tapping]
Carl Radle - Bass (A1)
Daniel Klein (2) - Bass (B2, B5)
Leroy Stewart - Bass
Jim Gordon - Drums (A1)
Roosevelt Shaw - Drums
Stephen Bladd - Drums
Buddy Guy - Electric Guitar [Lead, Rhythm]
Junior Wells - Harmonica
Magic Dick - Harmonica (B2, B5)
Michael Utley - Organ, Piano
Dr. John - Piano (A1)
Seth Justman - Piano (B2, B5)
Ahmet Ertegun - Producer
Eric Clapton - Producer
Michael Cuscuna - Producer (B2, B5)
Tom Dowd - Producer
Richard Oulleppe - Recorded By (B2, B5)
Ron Albert - Recorded By
J. Geils - Rhythm Guitar (B2, B5)
Eric Clapton - Rhythm Guitar, Slide Guitar [Bottleneck]
A.C. Reed - Tenor Saxophone
Junior Wells - Vocals
Notes:
180 gram audiophile vinyl.
Reissue of [r2199660].
Sound Quality:
Raw, immediate energy with perfect balance – warm guitar tone, powerful vocals, solid rhythm. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Buddy Guy
Supporting Artists: Junior Wells
Format: 1LP
Genre: Blues
Label: ATCO Records
Catalog Number: MOVLP2013
Release Year: 2017
Country: Import
Condition: Sealed (New)
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