This album sort of came and went at the time. It wasn’t until Stevie played on Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” album and released Couldn’t Stand The Weather that people went back and discovered this gem. The first two albums were the best as they are the classic three piece before keys and horns came in to pollute the sound. Stevie was obviously heavily influenced by Hendrix, but I would say Freddie King influenced him even more.
This album is a master class of how to play the blues. His playing is jaw dropping at times and if you get a chance to see the DVD “Live At The El Mocambo” (which was recorded just after this album was released) you will be blown away. My favourite track is the title track, but all are equally impressive and I can pick any track. Such a shame he is not with us anymore, RIP Stevie.
10/10 from The Grooveman.
