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Lightnin' in New York

Lightnin' Hopkins · 1961

42 min · 8 tracks · electric blues · country blues · Texas blues

Raw Texas blues infused with a vibrant live energy that captures Hopkins' commanding presence.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for relaxed evenings
  • raw energy for intimate gatherings
  • captivating storytelling through performance
  • consistent flow for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek fast-paced instant gratification
  • prefer polished studio production

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1961, 'Lightnin' in New York' is Lightnin' Hopkins' first album recorded live, showcasing his artistry at a time when he was gaining wider recognition. This period followed a series of successful studio recordings and marked his transition to a more prominent figure in the American blues scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Muddy Waters· John Lee Hooker· Howlin' Wolf

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Take It Easy 6:21
  • 2 Mighty Crazy 7:04
  • 3 Your Own Fault, Baby, to Treat Me the Way You Do 4:44
  • 4 I’ve Had My Fun If I Don’t Get Well No More 3:55
  • 5 The Trouble Blues 4:42
  • 6 Lightnin’s Piano Boogie 2:29
  • 7 Wonder Why 6:12
  • 8 Mister Charlie 7:26

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