Blues by Lonnie Johnson
Lonnie Johnson · 1960
38 min · 12 tracks · blues · jazz
Intimate blues guitar weaves through heartfelt vocals, capturing the essence of love's sorrows and joys.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional exploration throughout
- intimate moments of heartfelt expression
- reflective listening for love's sorrows
- for late-night solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party music
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1960, 'Blues by Lonnie Johnson' marked a significant moment in Johnson's career as he transitioned into the latter stages of his prolific output. By this time, he was already an established figure in the blues genre, having influenced countless musicians with his innovative guitar techniques since the 1920s. This album came during a period when he was rediscovering his style and audience amidst the changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sister Rosetta Tharpe· Lonnie Mack· Billy Preston
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Ever Love 3:35
- 2 No Love for Sale 3:04
- 3 There's No Love 2:27
- 4 I Don't Hurt Any More 3:55
- 5 She Devil 2:57
- 6 One Sided Love Affair 3:15
- 7 Big Leg Woman 3:14
- 8 There Must Be a Way 3:24
- 9 She's Drunk Again 3:24
- 10 Blues Round My Door 3:36
- 11 You Don't Move Me 2:15
- 12 You Will Need Me 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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