B.B. King / B.B. King & Friends: 80 – CD (Used)

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Author: B.B. King

Format: Remixes included

Release Date: 13-09-2005

Details: Amazon.caThe blues master’s 80th birthday gift to his fans is his third all-star collaboration. Its dozen tunes are a mix of classics and obscurities from King’s past. They include commendable versions of his signature « The Thrill Is Gone, » with trading vocal lines and licks, and ‘s « Ain’t Nobody Home, » with answering King’s gritty growl. There are obscurities, too, like « Tired of Your Jive, » with a jocular , and « Hummingbird, » transformed into a melodic gem with the assistance of . What’s surprising is how well King’s singing and playing continue to resist the years, especially when he unfurls his hearty voice on « All Over Again » as ‘s guitar plays equally soulful foil. And is richly colorful duetting on « There Must Be a Better World Somewhere. » What’s disappointing is the perfunctory quality of King’s match-ups with (« Never Make Your Move Too Soon ») and (« Rock This House »). , , , and complete the guest list.–Ted Drozdowski Recommended B.B. King Completely Well Riding with the King (with Eric Clapton) Let the Good Times Roll: The Music of Louis Jordan Chronicles: Live at the Regal/Blues Is King/Live in Cook County Jail King of the Blues The Ultimate Collection

UPC: 602498842461

EAN: 0602498842461

Languages: English

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood