album · September 1, 1969
You Never Know Who Your Friends Are
Columbia/LegacySee this day
folk rocksinger-songwriter
This 1969 album saw Kooper trading his Hammond organ for a more subdued singer-songwriter role, though the album still featured his signature eclectic arrangements.
- Recorded at Columbia Studios in Nashville, the album featured a different cast of musicians than Kooper's usual collaborators.
- The album reached number 146 on the Billboard 200 chart.
- The album's title track was later covered by numerous artists, including Blood, Sweat & Tears.
Al Kooper is a vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for his work in blues-rock and jazz-rock. He was a key figure in the late 60s studio scene, particularly with his work on Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone."
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