Name: Live At The Regal
Brand: BB King

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MCAD11646.

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2019-07-17

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Unive­rsal

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

08811164621

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Total Cap

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

Artist

BB King

Genre US

Blues / Gospel

Label US

Geffen

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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Vinyl re-release of B.B. King's classic live album 'Live At The Regal.' Recorded November 21, 1964 at the Regal Theater in Chicago and released the following year, the album is considered one of the greatest blues recordings ever, with Rolling Stone naming it 141 on its 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. It is also included in the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress. King, talking about the album, admitted "that particular day in Chicago, everything came together."The recording of B.B.'s 1964 performance at the Regal was hailed as an instant classic upon its release, and it's still often named as the best and live blues album ever . It's been remastered from the original tapes and includes both the original and updated liner notes. Songs include Please Love Me; You Upset Me Baby; Woke Up This Mornin'; Every Day I Have the Blues; It's My Own Fault , and more from the King of the Blues.

Live At The Regal

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