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Blues After Hours

Blues After Hours

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  • Released Date: 28 Feb 2005

  • Genre: Blues

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Ah, the legendary Elmore James, the man with the guitar as electric as his nickname suggests. "Blues After Hours" is a glimpse into the late night world of James, where the whisky flows like water and the blues never stop playing.

From the moment the needle hits the groove, you're transported to a smoke-filled juke joint, where James' gravelly voice cuts through the air like a hot knife through butter. The raw emotion in every note he plays is palpable, making you feel like you're right there in the room with him.

The album kicks off with the infectious title track, a foot-stomping rhythm that sets the tone for the rest of the record. James' slide guitar work is nothing short of mesmerising, weaving in and out of each track with a finesse that can only come from years of experience.

Standout tracks like "Dust My Broom" and "The Sky is Crying" showcase James at the top of his game, blending his signature slide guitar with heartfelt lyrics that hit you right in the feels.

"Blues After Hours" is a must-listen for any blues fan, a timeless record that proves why Elmore James is considered a legend in the genre. So pour yourself a glass of whisky, dim the lights, and let yourself get lost in the world of Elmore James. You won't regret it.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Dust My Blues
2. Sunnyland
3. Mean and Evil
4. Dark and Dreary
5. Standing at the Crossroads
6. Happy Home
7. No Love in My Heart
8. Blues Before Sunrise
9. I Was a Fool
10. Goodbye Baby
11. Late Hours at Midnight
12. Quarter Past Nine
13. Strange Kinda Feeling
14. Make My Dreams Come True
15. So Mean to Me
16. Long Tall Woman
17. Wild About You AKA Wild About You Baby
18. Elmo's Shuffle

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About the artist

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Elmore James may not have been a household name in his time, but the Mississippi bluesman left an indelible mark on the genre with his frenetic slide guitar playing and distinctive vocal style. Born in 1918, James began his musical career in the juke joints and honky-tonks of the Deep South before eventually making his way to Chicago in the 1950s. It was there that he recorded some of his most iconic tracks, including "Dust My Broom" and "Rollin' and Tumblin'." James' raw, electrifying sound drew comparisons to contemporaries like Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf, but his untamed energy set him apart from the pack. His searing guitar licks brought a new level of intensity to the blues, earning him a reputation as one of the genre's true innovators. Despite his undeniable talent, James never quite achieved the same level of mainstream success as some of his peers. But his influence can be heard in the work of countless artists, from the Rolling Stones to Eric Clapton. Today, Elmore James is remembered as a true legend of the blues, a trailblazer whose impact on music continues to be felt to this day. So next time you dust off that old vinyl record or fire up your streaming service of choice, take a moment to pay homage to the man who helped shape the sound of a generation.

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