Lightning Hopkins Sings the Blues
Lightnin' Hopkins · 1961
21 min · 10 tracks · electric blues · country blues · Texas blues
Raw and intimate, Lightnin' Hopkins' guitar weaves through heartfelt tales of loneliness and longing.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its authentic representation of Texas blues during a period of growing interest in folk and blues music among wider audiences. It helped further popularize the genre, earning critical acclaim for its raw sound and emotional depth, contributing to Hopkins' lasting legacy as one of the great blues musicians.
- Best for
- raw storytelling with heartfelt emotion short tracks for quick engagement intimate moments of personal reflection
- Context
- By 1961, Lightnin' Hopkins was already an established figure in the Texas blues scene, having released several albums since his recording debut in 1946. 'Lightning Hopkins Sings the Blues' represents a continuation of his prolific output, showcasing his distinctive storytelling style while solidifying his role as a prominent voice in American music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dave Van Ronk· Odetta· Jimi Hendrix
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Sittin Down Thinkin
- 2 Jake Head Boogie Standout 2:55
- 3 Lonesome Dog Blues Standout 2:45
- 4 Tell Me Pretty Mama Standout 3:15
- 5 Last Affair 3:00
- 6 Don’t Keep My Baby Long 2:20
- 7 Santa Fe Blues 2:51
- 8 Give Me Back That Wig 2:19
- 9 Someday 2:33
- 10 Ain’t It Lonesome
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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