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The premise behind this compilation is somewhat unusual: classic tracks, yes, but classic tracks recorded by John Lee Hooker... and friends. Charles Brown, Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, Los Lobos, and Bonnie Raitt are only some of the performers who appear here, and the tracks, selected from recordings made by the prolific guitarist since 1988, show that Hooker hasn't lost his touch. Among the highlights, there's a smokin' duet with Raitt on "I'm in the Mood," a rendition of "Boom Boom" with a guest appearance from Jimmie Vaughan, and a reprise of Hooker's 1956 hit "Dimples" with Los Lobos backing up. Mention must also be made of the lone solo track on this CD, the acoustic "Tupelo," which hearkens to Hooker's Delta blues roots. There are also three previously unreleased tracks, which are probably the real reason to get this compilation. --Genevieve Williams
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Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track:up and Down.
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simply said, this album is a must-have for all Hooker fans.,
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This review is from: The Best Of Friends (Audio CD)
Blues fans will be pleasantly surprised by this recording pairing the master himself with some of the finest musicians alive today. Special mention should be made of "I Cover the Waterfront" and "Don't Look Back" which feature the soulful voice and guitar of Van Morrison, as well as the familiar touch of Carlos Santana in "The Healer". Last, but certainly not least, adorers of Bonnie Raitt will love the playful duet she and Hooker provide in "I'm in the Mood". BUY THIS CD, lower the lights, crank up the volume, and be swept away. You won't regret it.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Over an hour of classic blues,
By A Customer
This review is from: The Best Of Friends (Audio CD)
John Lee Hooker's mumbling delivery always kind of bugs me. But his music usually makes up for it. High points on this CD are the songs with Clapton, Bonnie Raitt, and Santana. Everything on here is good, though.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great CD for people new to the blues.,
By "my1vice" (Vermont) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Best Of Friends (Audio CD)
I've been a Johnny Lee fan for a long time. When I heard this CD I had to Have it! It is made up of Duets with people such as Carlos Santana, Bonnie Raitt, Jimmy Vaughan....an all-star cast.The songs are from Johnny's vast career, but done with the other artist's style meshed with Johnny's. They really did a wonderful job with this CD. And if you are new to the blues, have no fear buying this CD, in fact it is a great "first blues" CD for your collection...Enjoy! Spin
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