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Elmore James

Pickin' the Blues

Pickin' the Blues

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  • Released Date: 21 Sep 2018

  • Genre: Blues

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ELMORE JAMES Pickin The Blues: Greatest Hits

Rating: 8.5/10

Elmore James, the original slide guitar maestro, remains one of the unsung heroes of the blues scene. But fear not, dear reader, for his legacy lives on in this impressive compilation of his greatest hits.

From the moment you hit play, you know you're in for a smorgasbord of gritty, raw blues that's sure to get your foot tapping and your soul stirring. James' distinctive slide guitar work cuts through like a hot knife through butter, showcasing his effortless mastery of the instrument.

Tracks like the timeless classic "Dust My Broom" and the electrifying "The Sky Is Crying" are guaranteed to transport you to a smoky juke joint in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Each song is a snapshot of a bygone era, where the blues reigned supreme and James was the undisputed king.

But what truly sets this compilation apart is the sense of authenticity that permeates every note. James' vocals are steeped in emotion, his guitar playing brimming with soul. It's as if he's reaching out from beyond the grave to remind us all why he was such a force to be reckoned with.

So grab a glass of bourbon, dim the lights, and let Elmore James whisk you away to a world where the blues reign supreme. You won't regret it. Trust us.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Look On Yonder Wall
2. Hurts Me Too
3. Coming Home
4. The Sky Is Crying
5. Standing at the Crossroads
6. Hand in Hand
7. Rolling and Tumbling
8. Mean Mistreatin' Mama
9. I Done Somebody Wrong
10. I Believe

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About the artist

Elmore James

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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