Born Under a Bad SignAlbert King
Blues · 1960s
Born Under a Bad Sign — 1967
Albert King
Released 1967Blues
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Stax-backed electric blues of enormous influence, King's string-bending guitar setting a template for rock players. Tough and tuneful. Essential. One record, but it's the one that matters.
On vinyl: The original pressing is a collector's piece; a modern remaster is the sensible route.
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