This new live album finds Joe Bonamassa playing tribute to the three Kings of the blues, Freddie, Albert and the one true king BB. You can expect scorching guitar work whenever Bonamassa is on the six string, but honestly, this album is about the songs. He lets the sound of the masters stand taller than his own instrumental prowess. The result is a great blues album that's mostly traditional with a bit of modern sound.
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