I was scouring the Internet last week and I learned that "Mr. Blues", BB King was releasing a new album this week.
That's right. BB King.
I have a four CD set of his dating back from his start and ends with cuts from 1991. It is a remarkable piece of music history.
I have it playing as I am writing this and although it is 'the blues", BB knows how to make you feel good about them.
I saw him in concert at our local Louisville Gardens in the mid-eighties. His opening act was Millie Jackson. What a show!
My favorite BB cuts of all time include, "Muther Fuyer", "When It All Comes Down," "Never Make A Move Too Soon," ""Paying The Cost To Be The Boss," and the outstanding "The Thrill Is Gone."
I haven't reviewed the new lp yet. There may be a review in the future. I have heard samples of all the cuts and let me say "Lucille", his Gibson guitar has never sounded better.
Not bad for an 80+ year old guy who still tours, huh?
(Reprinted from 08/28/2008)
