Name: Live At The Regal
Brand: BB King

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

E1116461

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2011-03-28

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

8811164614

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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Ace Records Version

2024-02-09

029667108614

Black LP

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2017-12-14

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5017261202352

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

BB King

Genre GB

Blues / Gospel

Label GB

BB King, born Riley B. King, was an American blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is considered one of the most influential musicians in the history of blues music. With his soulful voice and distinctive guitar playing style, BB King captivated audiences around the world for over six decades.
King's career took off in the 1950s with hits like "Three O'Clock Blues" and "The Thrill Is Gone." His expressive guitar solos and heartfelt lyrics resonated with listeners from all walks of life. Known as the "King of the Blues," he received numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple Grammy Awards and induction into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Blues Hall of Fame.
BB King's impact on music cannot be overstated. His unique blend of traditional blues with elements of jazz, gospel, and R&B paved the way for future generations of musicians. Whether performing live or recording in the studio, BB King's passion for music shone through in every note he played. Although he passed away in 2015 at age 89, his legacy lives on through his timeless recordings and enduring influence on countless artists worldwide.

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Heralded as one of the greatest live blues albums ever recorded, this set catches the singer-guitarist as his star was in ascent: in 1964 playing Chicago's answer to Harlem's Apollo Theatre—the Regal. King's performance is visceral. He sings so hard that gravel flies even in his clearest high notes. And his trademark single-note guitar lines are sharp and steely, matching his voice with trembling vigour. 

He offers early hits like "How Blue Can You Get," "Worry, Worry," and "You Upset Me Baby" to what's essentially his adopted hometown crowd (by his own account, King had already played the theatre hundreds of times). They give him a hero's welcome. In fact, the audience's screaming enthusiasm is distracting. But rarely has a love-fest of this magnitude between a performer and fans been documented.

Live At The Regal

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Discover Live At The Regal by BB King. Heralded as one of the greatest live blues albums ever recorded. Available in CD and LP formats from MCA.