Many people consider Jimmy Reed the most influential Bluesman of his time - artists as diverse as Elvis, Charlie Rich, Lou Rawls, and The Rolling Stones credit this guitar/harmonica player and vocalist as a major influence. The tracks on this disc are from Reed's last recording sessions, completed between 1966 and 1971.

Includes liner notes by Kerry "Chicago Kerry" Kudlacek.

Personnel: Jimmy Reed (vocals, guitar).

Liner Note Author: Kerry Kudlacek.

Jimmy Reed made a comeback in the mid-'70s before passing away, and was not the Jimmy Reed of his heyday. These cuts, featuring a lot of newly "written" material, sound like the old stuff but not as fresh or potent. In fact, listeners will easily be able to identify which of these "new" tunes closely resemble specific well-known hits. Still, it's Jimmy Reed, the sweet, simple, easygoing bluesman playing the relaxed and loping music he is instantly identified with. If anything, his voice is noticeably diminished and the harmonica is out of tune, on the sharp side. The short-shrift CD runs just a tad under 37 minutes, but those who love Reed will likely still want it. ~ Michael G. Nastos

Genre:

• Blues

Labels:

• Collectables Records

Music Categories:

• Blues: Chicago

Product Groupings:

• Clearance CDs
• Collectables Records - Audio CDs