Author: B.B. King

Format: Remixes included

Release Date: 13-09-2005

Details: Amazon.ca The blues master's 80th birthday gift to his fans is his third all-star collaboration. Its dozen tunes are a mix of classics and obscurities from King's past. They include commendable versions of his signature "The Thrill Is Gone," with trading vocal lines and licks, and 's "Ain't Nobody Home," with answering King's gritty growl. There are obscurities, too, like "Tired of Your Jive," with a jocular , and "Hummingbird," transformed into a melodic gem with the assistance of . What's surprising is how well King's singing and playing continue to resist the years, especially when he unfurls his hearty voice on "All Over Again" as 's guitar plays equally soulful foil. And is richly colorful duetting on "There Must Be a Better World Somewhere." What's disappointing is the perfunctory quality of King's match-ups with ("Never Make Your Move Too Soon") and ("Rock This House"). , , , and complete the guest list. --Ted Drozdowski Recommended B.B. King Completely Well Riding with the King (with Eric Clapton) Let the Good Times Roll: The Music of Louis Jordan Chronicles: Live at the Regal/Blues Is King/Live in Cook County Jail King of the Blues The Ultimate Collection

UPC: 602498842461

EAN: 0602498842461

Languages: English

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood