It's Not Killing Me cover

It's Not Killing Me

Mike Bloomfield · 1969

36 min · 11 tracks · blues

A fusion of gritty blues and heartfelt songwriting that captures the essence of late 1960s America.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • late-night contemplative moods
  • emotional storytelling journeys
  • short, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1969, 'It's Not Killing Me' was Mike Bloomfield's debut solo album following his prominent work with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band and Electric Flag. This marked a pivotal transition as he sought to establish his own artistic identity outside collaborative projects, showcasing his guitar prowess and songwriting capabilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Peter Green· Eric Clapton· Johnny Winter

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 If You See My Baby 3:05
  • 2 For Anyone You Meet 4:03
  • 3 Good Old Guy 3:20
  • 4 Far Too Many Nights 5:09
  • 5 It's Not Killing Me 3:01
  • 6 Next Time You See Me 2:55
  • 7 Michael's Lament 4:21
  • 8 Why Must My Baby 2:37
  • 9 The One's I Loved Are Gone 3:05
  • 10 Don't Think About It Baby 3:19
  • 11 Goofers 1:48

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