Blues of Desperation
Joe Bonamassa · 2016
61 min · 11 tracks · country · hard rock · blues rock
Blues of Desperation melds raw emotion with fiery guitar work, encapsulating the spirit of contemporary blues rock.
Why this album works
Blues of Desperation debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Blues chart and received widespread critical acclaim for its authenticity and craftsmanship. The album solidified Bonamassa's reputation as a prominent voice in the blues genre and influenced a new generation of blues musicians seeking to blend traditional sounds with contemporary flair.
- Career context
- In 2016, Joe Bonamassa was well-established as a leading figure in modern blues, having released multiple successful albums. Blues of Desperation followed his acclaimed 2014 release, Different Shades of Blue, and continued to showcase his virtuosic guitar skills while exploring deeper emotional themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Perry· John Mayer· Mark Knopfler
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Train 4:20
- 2 Mountain Climbing Standout 5:43
- 3 Drive 5:47
- 4 No Good Place for the Lonely Standout 8:38
- 5 Blues of Desperation Standout 6:27
- 6 The Valley Runs Low 4:03
- 7 You Left Me Nothin' but the Bill and the Blues 4:10
- 8 Distant Lonesome Train 5:53
- 9 How Deep This River Runs 6:30
- 10 Livin' Easy 4:37
- 11 What I've Known for a Very Long Time 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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