Originally recorded in 1965, John Lee Hooker’s It Serves You Right To Suffer captures the blues legend at a moment of raw introspection and electrifying musical energy. Backed by jazz session greats, Hooker delivers a haunting set where themes of isolation and heartache course through every track, yet are balanced by bursts of irresistible Rhythm and Blues.
This special release invites listeners to experience the album’s emotional depth, highlighted by powerful moments like the roaring finish of “You’re Wrong” and a gripping cover of the Motown classic “Money.” Whether rediscovering Hooker’s singular voice or exploring the blend of blues and jazz influences, It Serves You Right To Suffer stands as a compelling and often underrated entry in his vast discography.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Elemental Music
- Genre: Blues
- Release Date: 09/15/2023
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TRACKS
A1. Shake It Baby
A2. Country Boy
A3. Bottle Up And Go
A4. You’re Wrong
B1. Sugar Mama
B2. Decoration Day
B3. Money
B4. It Serve You Right To Suffer
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