The Winter of '88
Johnny Winter · 1988
54 min · 12 tracks · R&B · blues rock
A gritty blend of blues rock with raw guitar riffs and heartfelt storytelling that captures Winter's legendary prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- gritty sound for reflective moments
- for evening unwind
- consistent flow with emotional depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1988, Johnny Winter was already an established figure in the blues scene, having released several influential albums since his debut in 1969. 'The Winter of '88' came after a decade of fluctuating popularity but marked a return to form, emphasizing his signature guitar work and vocal style during a time when blues was experiencing a resurgence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Freddie King· Albert King· Stevie Ray Vaughan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Close to Me 4:35
- 2 Rain 5:31
- 3 Stranger Blues 4:08
- 4 Ain’t That Just Like a Woman 3:00
- 5 World of Contradictions 4:20
- 6 Lightning 5:43
- 7 Looking for Trouble 3:58
- 8 Show Me 4:46
- 9 Anything for Your Love 4:05
- 10 Look Away 6:00
- 11 Mother Earth 5:51
- 12 It’ll Be Me 2:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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