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- burning hell - john lee hooker
Burning Hell
- 2000
- 20 tracks
- 1 uur, 2 min
- blues
Album Description
John Lee Hooker's 'Burning Hell' is a masterclass in blues, weaving together an array of genres including classic blues, blues rock, soul blues, country blues, and jazz blues. Released on 1 January 2000 via Catfish Records, this hour-long, two-minute odyssey showcases Hooker's unparalleled talent.
The album's extensive tracklist, featuring 20 songs, takes listeners on a journey through the highs and lows of the human experience. From the opening notes of 'Miss Rosie May' to the closing strains of 'Nightmare Blues', Hooker's distinctive voice and masterful guitar work transport you to a world of emotional depth and sonic richness.
Standout tracks like 'Boogie Chillen' and 'Crawlin' Kingsnake' demonstrate Hooker's ability to craft infectious, danceable rhythms, while songs such as 'Devil's Jump' and 'Burning Hell' showcase his capacity for storytelling and poetic lyricism. With 'Burning Hell', John Lee Hooker cements his status as a blues legend, and this album is an essential addition to any music collection.
Tracks
- Miss Rosie MayJohn Lee Hooker
- Wandering BluesJohn Lee Hooker
- The NumbersJohn Lee Hooker
- Talking BoogieJohn Lee Hooker
- Devil´s JumpJohn Lee Hooker
- Highway BluesJohn Lee Hooker
- Whistling and MoaningJohn Lee Hooker
- Landing BluesJohn Lee Hooker
- I´m Gonna Kill That WomanJohn Lee Hooker
- Do the BoogieJohn Lee Hooker
- Crawlin´ KingsnakeJohn Lee Hooker
- Hobo BluesJohn Lee Hooker
- Black Man BluesJohn Lee Hooker
- Boogie ChillenJohn Lee Hooker
- Burning HellJohn Lee Hooker
- Morning BluesJohn Lee Hooker
- I Love to BoogieJohn Lee Hooker
- Drifting from Door to DoorJohn Lee Hooker
- Low Down Midnite BoogieJohn Lee Hooker
- Nightmare BluesJohn Lee Hooker
About John Lee Hooker
John Lee Hooker, born into a sharecropping family in Mississippi, emerged as one of the most distinctive and influential figures in the electric blues idiom. Known for his electrifying guitar style and powerful vocals, Hooker developed a unique driving-rhythm boogie that set him apart from traditional blues artists. His music, a blend of Delta blues, talking blues, and early North Mississippi hill country blues, captivated audiences worldwide. Hooker's career spanned decades, during which he recorded numerous hits and collaborated with various rock musicians, solidifying his status as a blues legend. His impact on the music world is immeasurable, earning him a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a spot on Rolling Stone's list of 100 greatest guitarists. Hooker's music is not just an album; it's an experience that transports fans to the heart of the blues.
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