Junior Wells with Buddy Guy
Hoodoo Man Blues
It was a significant step forward from the earlier Chicago recordings by people like Muddy Waters and Howling Wolf. ‘Hoodoo Man Blues‘ connects many styles (soul, funk, rock, traditional blues and Chicago blues) and shows the way that lay ahead. Many have cited the 1965 album as a major influence.
While it is a very even CD, it’s funky approach resembling James Brown can be heard on "Snatch It Back & Hold It" and the cover of "You Don’t Love Me Baby" was a trendsetter.
In many ways it’s a combination of musical trends coming together.
The CD re-mix is even better than the original LP.
Highly recommended.
CD released 1993
LP released 1965
Label Delmark
