The albums that define
texas blues.
Our picks for where to start with texas blues — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The texas blues essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Lightnin' Hopkins
Walkin' This Road by Myself
A raw, emotive blend of Texas blues with poignant storytelling and hypnotic guitar rhythms.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Mojo Hand
Raw, emotive Texas blues infused with rich storytelling and a distinctive guitar style.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Lightnin' Hopkins
Raw and soulful Texas blues infused with storytelling and a deep sense of personal history.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Free Form Patterns
A rich tapestry of storytelling woven through raw guitar riffs and soulful vocals that encapsulate Texas blues essence.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Goin' Away
A raw blend of Texas blues and country rhythm, steeped in evocative storytelling and emotive guitar work.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Lightnin' in New York
Raw Texas blues infused with a vibrant live energy that captures Hopkins' commanding presence.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Smokes Like Lightning
Raw, evocative guitar riffs intertwine with Lightnin' Hopkins' soulful storytelling and distinct Texas blues sound.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Lightning Hopkins Sings the Blues
Raw and intimate, Lightnin' Hopkins' guitar weaves through heartfelt tales of loneliness and longing.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Blue Lightnin'
A raw exploration of Texas blues infused with electric energy and heartfelt storytelling.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Blues in My Bottle
Raw, expressive guitar work intertwines with Hopkins' soulful storytelling, embodying the essence of Texas blues.
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Lightnin' Hopkins
Lightnin' Strikes
Raw, soulful guitar riffs intertwine with Lightnin' Hopkins' hypnotic storytelling and expressive vocals.
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Marcia Ball
Soulful Dress
A vibrant blend of Louisiana blues and boogie-woogie, filled with soulful vocals and lively instrumentation.
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Marcia Ball
Let Me Play With Your Poodle
A vibrant blend of Louisiana blues and boogie-woogie infused with Marcia Ball's spirited vocals and piano prowess.
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Marcia Ball
Blue House
A vibrant blend of Louisiana blues and boogie-woogie that captures the spirit of New Orleans nightlife.
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Marcia Ball
Presumed Innocent
A vibrant blend of Louisiana blues and boogie-woogie, infused with soulful storytelling and infectious rhythm.
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Marcia Ball
Hot Tamale Baby
A vibrant blend of Louisiana blues and boogie-woogie infused with Marcia Ball's playful vocals and lively piano riffs.
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Marcia Ball
Gatorhythms
A vibrant mix of swamp blues and boogie-woogie rhythms infused with Marcia Ball's spirited piano and soulful vocals.
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