Step into the world of blues legend Lightnin' Hopkins with Mojo Hand: The Complete Fire Sessions, a stunning collection that captures the raw energy of his historic 1960 New York City recordings. With Hopkins in peak form, this album showcases his gritty vocals and masterful guitar work, accompanied by subtle bass and drums that allow his talent to shine. The Penguin Guide to Blues Recordings praises Hopkins' strong and varied sequence of songs, cementing this period as a defining moment in his career.
This essential release features the full Mojo Hand sessions, including a live performance of "Mojo Hand" recorded at the Ash Grove in Los Angeles in 1966. Compiled from the complete Fire Records/Beltone Studios tapes, it offers both iconic original tracks and rare session recordings, making it an indispensable piece for any blues enthusiast or Lightnin' Hopkins fan.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Fire Records (2)
- Genre: Blues
- Release Date: 07/05/2024
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TRACKS
A1. Mojo Hand
A2. Coffee For Mama
A3. Awful Dream
A4. Black Mare Trot
A5. Have You Ever Loved a Woman
B1. Glory Be
B2. Sometimes She Will
B3. Shine On, Moon!
B4. Santa
C1. How Long Has That Train Been Gone
C2. Bring Me My Shotgun
C3. Shake That Thing
C4. Last Night
C5. Walk A Long Time
D1. I'm Leaving You Now
D2. Houston Bound
D3. Just Pickin'
D4. Baby I Don't Care
D5. Mojo Hand (Live)
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