Still Alive and Well
Johnny Winter · 1973
44 min · 12 tracks · R&B · blues rock
A gritty blend of blues rock infused with Johnny Winter's signature fiery guitar licks and soulful vocals.
Why this album works
'Still Alive and Well' is significant for its candid exploration of Winter's battles with addiction, resonating with audiences and earning critical acclaim. The album features a cover of The Rolling Stones' 'Let It Bleed', which contributed to its popularity, helping it peak at number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions steady, consistent energy levels
- Context
- Released on March 1, 1973, 'Still Alive and Well' was Johnny Winter's first album after a turbulent period marked by personal struggles, including addiction. This project followed his previous album 'Let Me In' (1971) and showcased his return to form, re-establishing him as a leading figure in the blues rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Sanborn· Ike & Tina Turner· Johnny Hallyday
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rock Me Baby Standout 3:49
- 2 Can’t You Feel It 3:01
- 3 Cheap Tequila Standout 4:05
- 4 All Tore Down 4:31
- 5 Rock & Roll 4:44
- 6 Silver Train 3:34
- 7 Ain’t Nothing to Me 3:05
- 8 Still Alive & Well Standout 3:43
- 9 Too Much Seconal 4:22
- 10 Let It Bleed 4:11
- 11 Lucille 2:45
- 12 From a Buick Six 2:38
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