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B.B. King

The Vintage Years

The Vintage Years

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  • Released Date: 24 Jun 2002

  • Genre: Blues

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B.B. KING The Vintage Years Review:
Are you feelin' blue? Well, B.B. King's got just the remedy with "The Vintage Years" - a collection of classic blues tracks that will have you wailing like a harmonica in a hurricane.

From the moment you drop the needle on this vinyl masterpiece, you're transported to a smoky juke-joint in the deep south, where the King himself is holding court with his trusty Lucille in hand. The guitar licks are sweeter than a jar of honey, while King's soulful vocals are like a warm blanket on a cold winter's night.

Tracks like "The Thrill Is Gone" and "Every Day I Have The Blues" showcase King's virtuosity, with each note drippin' with emotion and raw passion. It's impossible not to be moved by the sheer power of his performance.

But it's not all about the sadness and heartache - there are plenty of toe-tappin', head-noddin' tunes on here too. "Sweet Little Angel" and "How Blue Can You Get" are guaranteed to get even the most stoic of listeners up on their feet and shufflin' around the living room.

So, if you're looking for a dose of the blues to lift your spirits and soothe your soul, look no further than B.B. King's "The Vintage Years." It's timeless, it's classic, and it's essential listening for any true music lover. Long live the King!

Track Listing
Disc: 4
1. I'm King
2. Baby, Please Don't Go
3. Mean Old Frisco
4. I've Got a Right to Love My Baby
5. Fishin' After Me Aka Catfish Blues
6. Partin' Time
7. Bad Luck Soul
8. You Done Lost Your Good Thing Now
9. Get Out of Here
10. Hold That Train
11. Bad Case of Love
12. Let Me Love You
13. Mashed Potato Twist
14. Got 'Em Bad
15. Christmas Celebration
16. Down Now
17. Beautician Blues
18. The Worst Thing in My Life
19. Blue Shadows
20. It's a Mean World
21. Five Long Years
22. Make Me Blue
23. Blues Stay Away from Me
24. Long Gone Baby


Disc: 2
1. B.B. Boogie
2. Mistreated Woman
3. The Other Night Blues
4. Walkin' and Cryin'
5. My Baby's Gone
6. Don't You Want a Man Like Me
7. She's Dynamite
8. B.B. Blues
9. A New Way of Driving
10. Questionnaire Blues
11. Hard Workin' Woman
12. She's a Mean Woman
13. Pray for You
14. That Ain't the Way to Do It
15. She Don't Love Me No More
16. Fine Lookin' Woman
17. My Own Fault, Darlin' Aka It's My Fault
18. Shake It Up and Go
19. Gotta Find My Baby
20. Some Day, Somewhere
21. You Don't Want Me
22. Story from My Heart and Soul
23. Boogie Woogie Woman
24. Highway Bound


Disc: 4
25. The Jungle
26. That Evil Child


Disc: 3
27. Why Not
28. Precious Lord
1. Love You Baby (Take a Swing With Me)
2. When My Heart Beats Like a Hammer
3. The Woman I Love
4. Everything I Do Is Wrong
5. Whole Lotta' Love
6. Boogie Rock (Aka House Rocker)
7. Dark Is the Night
8. Dark Is the Night
9. Let's Do the Boogie
10. Sweet Little Angel
11. Confessin' the Blues
12. Baby, Look at You
13. You Don't Know
14. Be Careful With a Fool
15. Recession Blues
16. Days of Old
17. You Know I Go for You
18. Don't Look Now, But I've Got the Blues
19. Sweet Thing
20. I've Got Papers On You, Baby
21. Tomorrow Is Another Day
22. Sneakin' Around
23. Please Accept My Love
24. Early in the Morning
25. On My Word of Honor
26. Don't Get Around Much Anymore


Disc: 1
1. 3 O'clock Blues
2. You Know I Love You
3. Woke Up This Morning
4. Please Love Me
5. Blind Love
6. You Upset Me Baby (Live 2001)
7. Every Day I Have the Blues
8. Ten Long Years
9. Crying Won't Help You
10. Did You Ever Love a Woman
11. Bad Luck
12. Sweet Little Angel
13. Why I Sing the Blues
14. Worry Worry
15. Sweet Sixteen
16. My Own Fault (Aka It's My Fault)
17. Good Man Gone Bad
18. I'll Survive
19. Waking Dr Bill
20. You're Breaking My Heart
21. Gonna Miss You Around Here
22. Downhearted (Aka How Blue Can You Get?)
23. Ain't Nobody's Business
24. Rock Me Baby


Disc: 2
25. Neighborhood Affair
26. Why Did You Leave Me
27. Praying to the Lord
28. Please Help Me

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About the artist

B.B. King

B.B. King, the legendary blues guitarist and songwriter, was born Riley B. King in Mississippi in 1925. Often referred to as "The King of the Blues," B.B. King's musical career spanned over six decades, earning him countless awards and accolades. With his iconic guitar, Lucille, by his side, B.B. King became known for his soulful voice and expressive playing style. His unique blend of traditional blues, jazz, and gospel music captivated audiences around the world, earning him a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. In addition to his musical talents, B.B. King was also known for his witty sense of humour and charismatic stage presence. His trademark smile and playful banter with the audience made every performance a memorable experience. Through hits like "The Thrill Is Gone" and "Sweet Little Angel," B.B. King's music continues to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike. His influence can be heard in the work of artists across genres, from rock to hip-hop to country. With his unparalleled musical talent and larger-than-life persona, B.B. King will always be remembered as a true pioneer of the blues and a cultural icon. His legacy lives on through his timeless music and the countless lives he touched with his soul-stirring performances. Long live the King!

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