Blues Album Reviews

From the latest releases to reissued classics — reviewed with heart and soul.

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Muddy Waters - Electric Mud

Chess Records • 1968

★★★★☆
4.2/5

A groundbreaking fusion of traditional blues with psychedelic rock elements. Waters' raw vocals cut through the heavy electric arrangements, creating a sound that was both revolutionary and controversial in its time.

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B.B. King - Live at the Regal

ABC Records • 1965

★★★★★
5.0/5

The definitive live blues album. King's guitar work is nothing short of masterful, and the audience energy is palpable. This recording captures the essence of what makes live blues so powerful and moving.

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Howlin' Wolf - Moanin' in the Moonlight

Chess Records • 1959

★★★★★
4.8/5

Wolf's primal howl and commanding presence define this essential collection. The raw power of tracks like "Smokestack Lightning" showcases the unbridled energy that made him a legend.

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Robert Johnson - The Complete Recordings

Columbia Records • 1990

★★★★★
5.0/5

The holy grail of blues recordings. Johnson's haunting vocals and intricate guitar work on these 29 tracks represent the pinnacle of Delta blues artistry.

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John Lee Hooker - The Healer

Chameleon Records • 1989

★★★★☆
4.5/5

Hooker's late-career masterpiece featuring collaborations with Carlos Santana, Bonnie Raitt, and others. A perfect blend of traditional blues with contemporary production.

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The Healer

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