Name: Live At The Newport Folk Festival 1968
Brand: Junior Wells

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CLE5053.2

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-12-22

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Sales:8.875

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889466505324

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Junior Wells

Genre US

Blues / Gospel

Label US

Cleopatra

Junior Wells (born December 9, 1934 in Memphis, Tennessee, died January 15, 1998) was a blues vocalist and harmonica player based in Chicago. He made his first recordings in 1953 and continued to record regularly up until his death. From 1965 onwards, he often collaborated with guitarist Buddy Guy.

In addition to his work within the blues genre, Junior Wells also ventured into the rock world, performing alongside renowned artists such as Bonnie Raitt, The Rolling Stones, and Van Morrison.

With a distinctive vocal style and masterful harmonica skills, Junior Wells became an influential figure in the blues scene. His music resonates with soulful emotion and showcases his deep understanding of the genre's roots. Fans of Magic Sam, Sonny Boy Williamson II, James Cotton, Otis Rush, and other legendary blues artists will appreciate Junior Wells' contributions to the genre.

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The breakthrough performance at the 1968 Newport Folk Festival from blues legends, Junior Wells & Buddy Guy! This is the concert that solidified Wells and Guy into a powerhouse duo (they would release their first album together the following year) and launched them into the stratosphere! Smokin' hot versions of the now classics "Hoodoo Man Blues" and "Messin' With The Kid" plus a killer cover of James Brown's "I Got You (I Feel Good)!"

Live At The Newport Folk Festival 1968

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Discover Live At The Newport Folk Festival 1968 by Junior Wells. Blues legends deliver a breakthrough performance. Label: Cleopatra.