Live at Cafe Au Go Go
John Lee Hooker · 1967
36 min · 8 tracks · R&B · Afro-Cuban jazz
A raw and electrifying live performance that captures the essence of blues with Hooker's commanding presence.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady groove for relaxed evenings raw energy from live performance intimate storytelling through
- Context
- By the time 'Live at Cafe Au Go Go' was released in 1967, John Lee Hooker was transitioning from a regional artist to a national figure in blues. This live album followed his successful studio recordings and marked a significant point in his career, showcasing his ability to connect directly with audiences through powerful performances.
- If you like
- R&B, Afro-Cuban jazz
Live at Cafe Au Go Go is an album by John Lee Hooker, released in 1967. A raw and electrifying live performance that captures the essence of blues with Hooker's commanding presence. This album is notable for its vibrant representation of the live blues experience during the late 1960s, a time when the genre was gaining mainstream attention. It helped solidify Hooker's reputation as an influential blues artist and contributed to the growing appreciation for live blues recordings, influencing subsequent generations of musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live at Cafe Au Go Go sound like?
A raw and electrifying live performance that captures the essence of blues with Hooker's commanding presence. Rooted in R&B and Afro-Cuban jazz.
What makes Live at Cafe Au Go Go by John Lee Hooker notable?
This album is notable for its vibrant representation of the live blues experience during the late 1960s, a time when the genre was gaining mainstream attention. It helped solidify Hooker's reputation as an influential blues artist and contributed to the growing appreciation for live blues recordings, influencing subsequent generations of musicians. By the time 'Live at Cafe Au Go Go' was released in 1967, John Lee Hooker was transitioning from a regional artist to a national figure in blues. This live album followed his successful studio recordings and marked a significant point in his career, showcasing his ability to connect directly with audiences through powerful performances.
Who is Live at Cafe Au Go Go for?
Live at Cafe Au Go Go works well if you're into steady groove for relaxed evenings, raw energy from live performance and intimate storytelling through.
How many songs are on Live at Cafe Au Go Go?
Live at Cafe Au Go Go has 8 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I’m Bad Like Jesse James Standout 5:32
- 2 She’s Long She’s Tall (She Weeps Like a Willow Tree) 3:29
- 3 When My First Wife Left Me 3:58
- 4 Heartaches and Misery Standout 5:38
- 5 One Bourbon, One Scotch and One Beer Standout 4:29
- 6 I Don’t Want No Trouble 4:20
- 7 I’ll Never Get Out of These Blues Alive 4:49
- 8 Seven Days 4:09
Release Date
January 1, 1967
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 28 sec
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