Blues at Sunset
Albert King · 1973
49 min · 9 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of blues-infused grooves and heartfelt guitar solos, echoing the soul of live performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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I’ll Play the Blues for You — This track exemplifies King's emotive guitar work and passionate vocal delivery, encapsulating the essence of his appeal as a performer.
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Call It Stormy Monday — An extended rendition that allows King to showcase his improvisational skills and deep emotional connection to the music, making it a centerpiece of the album.
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Killing Floor — This performance stands out with its driving rhythm and powerful guitar riffs, reflecting King's mastery over the blues genre in a live setting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Albert King's live energy and guitar prowess, making it a strong entry in his discography.
What we noticed
- Guitar solos frequently extend beyond the song structure, allowing King to explore improvisational elements that highlight his virtuosity.
- Tracks are often introduced with spoken interludes, creating a conversational atmosphere that enhances the live experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- soulful vocals for emotional release
- late-night reflection with depth
- dynamic journey through
- captivating guitar riffs throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- seek constant high energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Blues at Sunset' was released in 1973, Albert King had already established himself as a prominent figure in the blues genre. This album showcases live recordings from two notable performances, marking a period where he was embracing a more improvisational style following the success of his earlier studio albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Freddie King· Otis Rush· Buddy Guy
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I’ll Play the Blues for You
The chorus shifts to an intimate invitation, directly addressing listeners and inviting them into his world of blues.
This direct engagement creates a personal connection that draws listeners deeper into King's emotional landscape.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Match Box Blues (Wattstax) 4:41
- 2 Got to Be Some Changes Made (Wattstax) 5:31
- 3 I’ll Play the Blues for You (Wattstax) 5:40
- 4 Killing Floor (Wattstax) 3:37
- 5 Angel of Mercy (Wattstax) 5:02
- 6 Match Box Blues (Montreux) 5:22
- 7 Watermelon Man (Montreux) 2:35
- 8 Breaking Up Somebody’s Home (Montreux) 5:02
- 9 Call It Stormy Monday (Montreux) 11:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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