JOHN MAYALL Blues Breakers W/Eric Clapton - 2011 remaster CD reissue of classic 1966 Blues album, faithfully restored
Format: CD Condition: New Year of Release: 2011 Cat. No.: 06273 Label: Sundazed Records
1966's seminal 'Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton' marked John Mayall's emergence as a major recording artist, as well as his commercial breakthrough.
The 12-song LP, considered by many to be the most influential British blues album of all time, marked the official introduction of Mayall's long-running, ever-evolving combo the Bluesbreakers.
Mayall shares the spotlight here with soon-to-be-superstar guitarist Eric Clapton (who quit the Yardbirds in order to pursue his blues muse with Mayall), along with future Fleetwood Mac co-founder John McVie on bass and Hughie Flint on drums. 'Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton' is generally acknowledged as a musical milestone for Clapton; his scorching playing and over-the-top tone dominates the entire album.
With the group's punchy performances captured in straightforward style by noted producer Mike Vernon, the album offers a potent combination of Mayall originals and distinctive interpretations of songs by Ray Charles, Freddie King, Little Walter and Otis Rush.
Taken from the pristine U.K. mono masters, with complete original artwork and photos.
TRACK LISTING:
1. All Your Love 2. Hideaway 3. Little Girl 4. Another Man 5. Double Crossing Time 6. What'd I Say 7. Key To Love 8. Parchman Farm 9. Have You Heard 10. Ramblin' On My Mind 11. Steppin' Out 12. It Ain't Right
