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.
Why this album works
'Lightnin' in New York' is significant for its raw, unfiltered representation of live blues, contributing to the popularization of the genre in the early 1960s. The album has been well-received by critics and remains influential among blues musicians, cementing Hopkins' status as a key figure in the Texas blues movement.
- Best for
- steady groove for relaxed evenings raw energy for intimate gatherings captivating storytelling through performance
- 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
- Dave Van Ronk· Odetta· Jimi Hendrix
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Take It Easy Standout 6:21
- 2 Mighty Crazy 7:04
- 3 Your Own Fault, Baby, to Treat Me the Way You Do Standout 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 Standout 7:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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