Albert King - I'm In a Phone Booth, Baby (1984)

This is a great session from one of the most underrated of the bluesmen. Albert King influenced many of the great modern rock/blues guitarists, such as Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, yet his own legacy remains largely unrecognized. The big man with the Flying V provides a concise, sharply executed set here. The band he fronts is up to the task, contributing nicely done organ, piano, sax, and trumpet fills behind King Albert. King was a notorious perfectionist in the studio, so he must have been pleased with the efforts from these musicians. Standout tracks include the wonderful title cut, "Firing Line", and "You Gotta Sacrifice". An excellent version of "The Sky is Crying" is probably the strongest piece on this solid set. A must have for blues lovers.



Track list:



1. Phone Booth

2. Dust My Broom

3. The Sky is Crying

4. Brother, Go Ahead and Take Her

5. Your Bread Ain't Done

6. Firing Line

7. The Game Goes On

8. Truck Load of Lovin'

9. You Gotta Sacrifice