Recorded in Memphis with a younger band, "Message to the Young" presents a gritty, unvarnished side of Howlin' Wolf. It stands as a testament to his enduring power, even as his health declined.
- The album was produced by the artist himself, alongside Steve Woddy and Don Nix.
- It was the final album of new material released during his lifetime.
- The album features a cover of "Commit to Memory," originally recorded by Allen Toussaint.
Chester Burnett, known as Howlin' Wolf, was a North Mississippi-born blues singer and guitarist. He was a towering figure in Chicago blues, known for his booming voice and commanding stage presence. In 1971, Wolf released "Message to the Young," a late-career album that found him working with a younger backing band. He had recently released "The London Howlin' Wolf Sessions," which saw him collaborating with prominent rock musicians.
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