A Grammy-winning late-career comeback pairing Hooker's boogie with star guests. Warm and accessible. A modern blues landmark. The run's deeper cut — rewarding if you've worn out the earlier records.
On vinyl: Second-hand copies circulate widely; a clean original can be better value than a new repress.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- The Healer on Best Blues Songs of All Time
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More from John Lee Hooker — where to go next
If you have The Healer, these are the John Lee Hooker records worth reaching for next.
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The Big Soul of John Lee Hooker1963 · BluesStart here
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The Healer1989 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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