Junior Wells – Hoodoo Man Blues (2LPs

Junior Wells and his harmonica will never be forgotten. Just like his great debut album Hoodoo Man Blues from 1965, which became a classic of electric blues; It was also the first LP by a Chicago blues band. The high-quality pressing as a 45 RPM double LP with the fine remastering by Kevin Gray gives the work its deserved space and, in addition to Wells, also allows the playing of his companions, guitarist Buddy Guy, bassist Jack Myers and drummer Billy Warren, to come across as full of soul. The opener, the up-tempo number Snatch It Back an Hold it really puts you in the mood, but the slower songs like Early in the Morning also convey a real, earthy, deep mood. The recording combines the excellent acoustics of a professional studio with an intimate nightclub atmosphere and leaves your feet and head tapping. Absolutely worth listening to!