Lovejoy cover

Lovejoy

Albert King · 1971

36 min · 9 tracks · blues

A soulful blend of blues and rock, marked by powerful guitar riffs and heartfelt vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • heartfelt vocals for connection
  • for afternoon relaxation
  • inviting sing-along moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1971, 'Lovejoy' came during Albert King's peak years as a blues artist following his commercial success with 'Born Under a Bad Sign'. At this point in his career, King was solidifying his reputation as one of the leading figures in the blues genre, showcasing his distinctive guitar style and emotive singing.
Stylistic neighbors
Freddie King· Otis Rush· Buddy Guy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Honky Tonk Woman 4:00
  • 2 Bay Area Blues 2:57
  • 3 Corina Corina 3:46
  • 4 She Caught the Katy (and Left Me a Mule to Ride) 3:57
  • 5 For the Love of a Woman 4:22
  • 6 Lovejoy, Ill. 3:48
  • 7 Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven 4:21
  • 8 Going Back to Iuka 4:00
  • 9 Like a Road Leading Home 5:23

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