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B.B. King returns to his blues roots with the help of producer T Bone Burnett on "One Kind Favor,". The legendary artist is backed on the effort by pianist Dr. John, drummer Jim Keltner and bassist Nathan East. The track list includes such blues chestnuts as Big Bill Broonzy's "Backwater Blues," Lonnie Johnson's "Tomorrow Night," Blind Lemon Jefferson's "See That My Grave Is Kept Clean" and T-Bone Walker's "I Get So Weary."
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37 of 40 people found the following review helpful
By Andre 2015
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I shouldn't be blabbering here. The best thing is just to let the music speak for itself. But since you're already come this far, here we go.
From the first cooking drums with BB adding his licks on See That My Grave Is Kept Clean you know you're in for a treat. And what a treat this is!
Sure, BB had some nice stuff out lately, with all those folks playing along or having him play on theirs. But if you ask me there's nothing compared to him doing his own thing.
That is what this is. B.B. at his best. Not too fast, drums cooking in the background, sometimes pushing things a little, bass humming and plucking the pickin' rythm, keys charming Lucille, horns pulling and pushing, in short, this is it!
Need names? Just a few: Jim Keltner, Jay Bellerose drums & percussion, Neil Larsen B-3, Nathan East acoustic bass, Mike Elizondo bass, Dr. John piano, Johnny Lee Schell guitar, and of course BB himself on vocals and lead guitar - with T Bone Burnett producing.
The booklet pictures are nice too. BB looking out over the (what seems like the Mississippi near Memphis?) river, lonely railroad tracks, evening sky.
The whole set gives you the feeling of being in the studio with BB and his gang, somewhere way down south, enjoying the music.
Perfect!
From the first cooking drums with BB adding his licks on See That My Grave Is Kept Clean you know you're in for a treat. And what a treat this is!
Sure, BB had some nice stuff out lately, with all those folks playing along or having him play on theirs. But if you ask me there's nothing compared to him doing his own thing.
That is what this is. B.B. at his best. Not too fast, drums cooking in the background, sometimes pushing things a little, bass humming and plucking the pickin' rythm, keys charming Lucille, horns pulling and pushing, in short, this is it!
Need names? Just a few: Jim Keltner, Jay Bellerose drums & percussion, Neil Larsen B-3, Nathan East acoustic bass, Mike Elizondo bass, Dr. John piano, Johnny Lee Schell guitar, and of course BB himself on vocals and lead guitar - with T Bone Burnett producing.
The booklet pictures are nice too. BB looking out over the (what seems like the Mississippi near Memphis?) river, lonely railroad tracks, evening sky.
The whole set gives you the feeling of being in the studio with BB and his gang, somewhere way down south, enjoying the music.
Perfect!
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
As far as I'm concerned this is the best studio album from BB King since "Blues On The Bayou." The sound is simple and great. It sounds like "live" blues in the studio. It doesn't sound "over" produced and "perfect." All of the players on this CD just bring it together. It's very light, natural, and free-flowing. The choice of material is excellent. Even though these are not original tunes, I don't believe BB King has previously recorded any of these nor have I heard them during any of his live performances. I hope Mr. King follows up with a similar CD in the future. Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of "One Kind Favor."
28 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By James Arria
Format:Audio CD
First off, to the 2 people that submitted reviews...do you people realize that this space is for reviewing an album by B.B. King??? Where the hell have you been??? Go back under a rock ok?
I just got done listening to 'One Kind Favor' and all I can say is, B.B., please make music until you are 100...this album is OUTSTANDING. T-Bone Burnet, the album's producer did a phenomenal job re-creating the sound of B.B.'s 40's and 50's music. The horns give the music and after-hours feel, and B.B. has a great band featuring notables like Nathan East (Clapton) on stand up bass, and Jim Keltner on drums.
Despite being 82 when this was recorded, you'd never know it by the way B.B's voice sounds. He can still let it rip when he wants to, like on 'Waiting For Your Call' or 'My Love Is Down'. Other times he and the band sound like they're having a ball on cuts like 'Blues Before Sunrise', 'Midnight Blues' and 'Backwater Blues'.
Even at his age, B.B.'s playing still sounds fresh and exciting. He may not sting like in the old days, but his notes still can both soothe and exhilarate.
The real keeper on this disc is the Lonnie Johnson number 'Tommorow Night' where's B.B.'s voice really hits home, and also features a great sax break.
The great thing about this album is you can sit back on a summer day with a cold beer or pour a glass of wine on a cold winter night and just let the mood and music take you away. We can only wish muscians half B.B's age would make music this good. As the saying goes, 'if you can't dig this you got a hole in your soul!'
Amen brother!!
I just got done listening to 'One Kind Favor' and all I can say is, B.B., please make music until you are 100...this album is OUTSTANDING. T-Bone Burnet, the album's producer did a phenomenal job re-creating the sound of B.B.'s 40's and 50's music. The horns give the music and after-hours feel, and B.B. has a great band featuring notables like Nathan East (Clapton) on stand up bass, and Jim Keltner on drums.
Despite being 82 when this was recorded, you'd never know it by the way B.B's voice sounds. He can still let it rip when he wants to, like on 'Waiting For Your Call' or 'My Love Is Down'. Other times he and the band sound like they're having a ball on cuts like 'Blues Before Sunrise', 'Midnight Blues' and 'Backwater Blues'.
Even at his age, B.B.'s playing still sounds fresh and exciting. He may not sting like in the old days, but his notes still can both soothe and exhilarate.
The real keeper on this disc is the Lonnie Johnson number 'Tommorow Night' where's B.B.'s voice really hits home, and also features a great sax break.
The great thing about this album is you can sit back on a summer day with a cold beer or pour a glass of wine on a cold winter night and just let the mood and music take you away. We can only wish muscians half B.B's age would make music this good. As the saying goes, 'if you can't dig this you got a hole in your soul!'
Amen brother!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
sounds good to me
There have been times lately when it might have seemed that B. B. King was content to be a celebrity rather than than a bluesman of the kind he used to be -- not that there was... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Stanley Crowe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Album from an Amazing Legend
Excellent music that can only come from BB King.
It's just one of those albums that you play from beginnng to end and know you are listening to something special. Read more
It's just one of those albums that you play from beginnng to end and know you are listening to something special. Read more
Published 3 months ago by L. Teach
4.0 out of 5 stars
BB is still going strong
i hope BB will stop giving concerts, you can tell that he is getting old(all with respect), make the last years count and make some studio albums, this album is a great album.
Published 5 months ago by B. Zoeters
5.0 out of 5 stars
one kind favour
I think this is one of the best recordings by bb king, and he's 83!!! as for the last one, take it away!!
Published 7 months ago by svkendo
5.0 out of 5 stars
How Many More Years
If you're reading this review, you already know who BB King is and what he is all about. What you want to know is whether this album measures up to all of the wonderful music BB... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Lefty
4.0 out of 5 stars
An Interesting Lineup of Musicians
This is a good recent album that B.B. King fans will want to own. The album is heavily flavored by Doctor John's piano and a fine collection of musicians. Read more
Published on March 16, 2011 by Brooks Keenan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Ethos Reviews: B.B. King - One Kind Favor
This album marks a triumphant return to the roots of blues, where B.B. King made his name a household one. Read more
Published on January 21, 2010 by Kurt L. & RB
5.0 out of 5 stars
The King is Back!
One Kind Favor won a Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album at the 51st Grammy Awards. If you're looking for pure 'kick-up-your-heels-and-dance' blues...this is it! Read more
Published on January 5, 2010 by Old Hippie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well played and sung Blues CD from Mr. B.B. King
Superb singing and immaculate playing from Mr. B.B. King. Powerful sound from the whole band and Mr. King's guitar playing beautiful and clear. Read more
Published on July 23, 2009 by Luis Castro Jr.
1.0 out of 5 stars
ONLY HIS AGE CAN EXCUSE THIS LAME OFFERING
You can either say "wow, that is awesome for an 83 year old" or you can be honest and say that it is a shame that this cd had to be released. Read more
Published on June 24, 2009 by HANS D HARMS
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