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Legendary Johnny Winter releases his latest studio album entitled
'Roots'. This album returns Johnny to his roots by paying homage to
the blues heroes whose pioneering music influenced Winter's own iconic
signature sound and style. A host of special guests join Winter in
trading licks in honoring Winter's idols. Including Sonny Landreth,
Vince Gill, Warren Haynes, John Popper, Jimmy Vivino, Derek Trucks,
Susan Tedeschi, John Medeski and Johnny's brother Edgar Winter and
among others. Produced by Paul Nelson "Root's" represents a veritable
history of the Blues through it's modern day interpretations of songs
by the genre's most famed elder statesmen performed by some of today's largest musical talents.
'Roots'. This album returns Johnny to his roots by paying homage to
the blues heroes whose pioneering music influenced Winter's own iconic
signature sound and style. A host of special guests join Winter in
trading licks in honoring Winter's idols. Including Sonny Landreth,
Vince Gill, Warren Haynes, John Popper, Jimmy Vivino, Derek Trucks,
Susan Tedeschi, John Medeski and Johnny's brother Edgar Winter and
among others. Produced by Paul Nelson "Root's" represents a veritable
history of the Blues through it's modern day interpretations of songs
by the genre's most famed elder statesmen performed by some of today's largest musical talents.
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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I downloaded this album yesterday and was really pleasantly surprised. Being a huge Johnny Winter fan for 25 years or more I have enjoyed but have been disappointed with his last two albums. This album however is no disappointment. Although it lacks his fiery guitar runs of 20 years ago his great vocal growl is back and he sounds like he is having a great time. His guitar playing is still very good and really has that blues feel to it. Although these songs have been done so many times by other artists, Johnny puts his brand on these and make them his own. The guests appearing on this album are of high musical calibre. Johnny let's his guests express themselves throughout and the result is excellent. If you are a Johnny fan, this is a must have.
39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
It was a truly pleasant surprise to get this disc today. It is refreshing to hear Johnny playing and singing like he's having a great time, and that comes across on each and ever song. For too long I have been disappointed with JW's output and especially his live shows. I was starting to get that sinking feeling that he was through. The songs have been done before so many times, but this disc actually makes them sound fresh. There are so many great players on this disc. Johnny sounds in great voice and playing. It's stinks that there are no liner notes because this CD should have had them. I think Johnny will ge up for an award in 2012. Lets hope so.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Great Release - Johnny's voice has never sounded better ( guitar playing , too ) !!!
September 27, 2011
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
A wonderful surprise - Johnny Winter & guests have created an album of classics , with heart & soul. I've never heard Johnny sing better ! It's nice to hear an album with guest artists that haven't been homogenized by T-Bone Burnett ! Thank God he's nowhere to be found !! What you get is a a fun, soulful production by Paul Nelson, one of Johnny's longtime cohorts in the Blues . He brings out the best in everyone !!! Buy this cd, you'll be tapping your feet, and singing in no time .
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Snmooth Chicago style blues
Some people for whatever reason don't understand things change with age. No this is not Johnny of forty years ago but it is Johnny of today. Read more
Published 26 days ago by J. Hix
still at it.
the boys from texas are still at it. i particularly like their rendition of honky tonk and dust my broom
Published 3 months ago by Ragingruss
Johnny is better than ever!!
This is now my favorite Johnny Winter CD. The musicians playing on this CD are sharp, the song selection is good and Johnny's voice and guitar have never sounded better to me. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Anthony
Roots is right
Roots is right! It's so good to have Johnny back, planted firmly in blues territory, with an outstanding selection of of guests, songs, and some great playing and singing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Damian P. Gadal
ROOTS is one great listen
I listen to this everyday while I'm riding around in the car. Nothing is more enjoyable than listening to the blues!
Published 4 months ago by nvp
Roots & Roll
Johnny Winter scores with his latest CD offering by playing the songs that influenced his long and very fine career. With the help of contempory blues artists. Read more
Published 4 months ago by FLS
Johnny Winter is back!
Winter is truly back to the roots...where he always wanted to be...significant...award-level performance. I hope he continues this way and enjoys his winter blossom.
Published 4 months ago by Bodo
Still going strong
A good album over all. Johnny has still got it..he has become what he is...a very good blues player.......strong effort with great licks and hard work
Published 4 months ago by David Miranda
Roots by Johnny Winter
What a great cd! I can't stop listening. Every day I take it from the house to the car and back in the house. It is playing wherever I am.
Published 4 months ago by Retto
Still doing it after all these years
Wonderful album. Bought it on a lark, didn't even know he was still recording. It's great to see someone still making awesome music after all these years. Read more
Published 5 months ago by David Chazin
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