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The essential Muddy Waters records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.

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    At Newport 1960Muddy Waters

    At Newport 1960

    Muddy Waters · 1960 · Blues

    A landmark live document of electric Chicago blues at its hottest. Thrilling and historic. A genre cornerstone.

    Start here
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    Folk SingerMuddy Waters

    Folk Singer

    Muddy Waters · 1964 · Blues

    A stripped-back, acoustic detour that became a sonic showcase and an audiophile favourite. Intimate and powerful. A different, essential side of Muddy.

    Essential
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    Fathers and SonsMuddy Waters

    Fathers and Sons

    Muddy Waters · 1969 · Blues

    A warm summit pairing Muddy with younger rock-blues players. Loose and beloved. A high point.

    Classic
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    Hard AgainMuddy Waters

    Hard Again

    Muddy Waters · 1977 · Blues

    A raucous, Johnny Winter-produced comeback of electric Chicago blues. Vital and acclaimed. A late peak.

    Classic
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    Electric MudMuddy Waters

    Electric Mud

    Muddy Waters · 1968 · Blues

    A divisive, psychedelic reimagining of Muddy's blues. Bold and strange. A cult curiosity.

    Deep cut
Essential Muddy Waters tracks

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