Name: B.B. King In London
Brand: BB King

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

FRM00730

Colour

Blue

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

180 Gram Audiophile Vinyl/Limited Edition/Gatefold Cover

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-02-10

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Orchard

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

829421007302

Total Cap

Blue LP

Artist

BB King

Genre US

Blues / Gospel

Label US

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.

1971 was a very successful year for B.B. King as he was riding all the sales charts with new found crossover fame thanks to his many years of touring, many television appearances, and making consistently great recordings like his 1971 smash "B.B. King In London"

Recorded at the famed Abbey Road Studios in London, this particular masterwork was recorded with a major contingency of his friends from supergroups like The Beatles, Humble Pie, Traffic, Spooky Tooth, Manfred Mann and Derek &amp; The Dominoes. The King Of The Blues wails on alongside some of the finest musicians of our time, as you can easily hear the excitement from the tockin' blues opener "Caldonia"

Featuring some of the finest tunes of his career "B.B. King In London", brought a massive new and younger hip audience to the artist, and would develop his career to top of his game stature for the next 4 decades.

The line-up of musicians is second to none with his friends like Ringo Starr, Stevie Winwood, Gary Wright, and Humble Pie just to name a few, making this all star session one of the greatest of its time.

More great works like "Part Time Love" "Blue Shadows" "Ghetto Woman" and the folk country blues of "Alexis' Boogie" would find their way on to early FM underground rock radio stations, as the guitar hero's music would find companionship on radio with folks like Eric Clapton, John Mayall, Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Winter and Canned Heat.

We will also be including the striking original gatefold cover art, truly enhancing your B.B King experience.

B.B. King In London

Music US