Thursday Night in San Francisco cover

Thursday Night in San Francisco

Albert King

52 min · 9 tracks · blues

Raw, emotive guitar riffs meld with heartfelt vocals in a vibrant live blues setting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional progression
  • heartfelt live performance energy
  • cathartic guitar-driven expression
  • reflective solitude in
  • engaging storytelling through song

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek polished studio recordings

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1972, 'Thursday Night in San Francisco' captures Albert King's peak performance era, following his acclaimed albums like 'Born Under a Bad Sign.' At this point, King was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the blues genre, showcasing his powerful guitar work and distinctive voice during a pivotal live performance.
Stylistic neighbors
Freddie King· Otis Rush· Buddy Guy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 San‐Ho‐Zay 0:55
  • 2 You Upset Me, Baby 4:55
  • 3 Call It Stormy Monday 8:39
  • 4 Everyday I Have the Blues 4:19
  • 5 Drifting Blues 8:07
  • 6 I’ve Made Nights by Myself 6:46
  • 7 Crosscut Saw 3:48
  • 8 I’m Gonna Move to the Outskirts of Town 7:43
  • 9 Ooh‐Ee‐Baby 7:40

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