Goin' Away
Lightnin' Hopkins · 1963
34 min · 8 tracks · electric blues · country blues · Texas blues
A raw blend of Texas blues and country rhythm, steeped in evocative storytelling and emotive guitar work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- evocative storytelling through song
- for late-night drives
- raw emotional connection
- engaging sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek complex musical arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Goin' Away' was released in 1963, Lightnin' Hopkins had already established himself as a prominent figure in the Texas blues scene. This album followed his previous work, showcasing his unique style that combined traditional blues with a personal narrative approach, solidifying his influence in the genre during the early 1960s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Muddy Waters· John Lee Hooker· Howlin' Wolf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up Old Lady 4:24
- 2 Don't Embarass Me, Baby 3:20
- 3 Stranger Here 5:49
- 4 Little Sister's Boogie 3:30
- 5 Goin' Away 5:45
- 6 You Better Stop Her 4:39
- 7 Business You're Doin' 3:18
- 8 I'm Wit' It 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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