Name: Burglar
Brand: Freddie King

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

ELML5397582.1

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180g Vinyl

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-12-08

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

600753975824

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Freddie King

Genre US

Blues / Gospel

Label US

Elemental Music

Freddie King, an American blues guitarist and singer, was born on September 3, 1934 in Gilmer, Texas. He moved to Chicago in 1949 and made his mark in the music industry when he released his first record as a leader in 1956. Known for his groundbreaking performances with a multi-racial backing band, Freddie King is often referred to as one of the "three kings" of electric blues guitar alongside Albert King and B.B. King.

In recognition of his immense talent and contribution to the blues genre, September 3 was declared as Freddie King Day by proclamation from Texas Governor Ann Richards in 1993. Rolling Stone magazine also acknowledged his greatness by ranking him 15th on their list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time. Furthermore, Freddie King's legacy was solidified when he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012.

Similar artists who share a similar musical style or influence include Otis Rush, Albert King, John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers, Buddy Guy, Johnny Winter, Magic Sam, Albert Collins, Elmore James, Mike Bloomfield,
Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown,
Muddy Waters,
The Paul Butterfield Blues Band,
Earl Hooker,
Koko Taylor,
Lonnie Mack,
Jimmy Reed,
Junior Wells,
T-Bone Walker,
B.B. King,and Fenton Robinson.

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Produced by Mike Vernon, this superb album consists of ten songs performed by the great Freddie King and a slew of guests, among them such greats as Eric Clapton and Brian Auger. The youthful legend was only 40 years of age when he cut this LP, and he would die just two years later. Al/Music reviewer Joe Viglione gave the album a rating of four out of five stars, stating that: "Though no songs went up the charts, Burglar is one of those gems that journeymen can put together in their sleep. Stylistically, Freddie King is from the same school as Buddy Guy, two men instrumental in bringing this art form to a mass audience. This project stands as a solid representation of an important musician which is as enjoyable as it is historic.

Burglar

Music US

Discover Burglar by Freddie King on Elemental Music. Produced by Mike Vernon, this album features guest appearances from Eric Clapton and Brian Auger. A historic gem from a legendary musician.