A previously unreleased live set, captured in its raw, electrifying glory. King's signature guitar work is on full display, offering a potent dose of his blues power.
- The recordings that comprise this album were made in 1967 at the Fillmore West in San Francisco. The album was released on March 3, 1989, by Stax Records. It features live versions of "Live Wire" and "Blues Power," alongside other King classics.
- This album was released posthumously, many years after the performances were recorded. It stands as a testament to King's enduring legacy in blues music.
- King's guitar, a Gibson Flying V, was a rare sight in blues during his active years and became a hallmark of his image and sound.
Albert King was a pivotal blues guitarist from Mississippi, known for his distinctive, wide vibrato and raw, soulful playing style. By 1989, King was a seasoned veteran of the blues scene, a legend whose influence already spanned decades.
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