B.B.King - In France (1977) [CD]

ELEMENTAL MUSIC

£19.15

Cat. no: DD003
Format: CD
Barcode: 8435395504574
Release Date: 06 Dec 2024
Genre: Blues

First time of release - deep digs in association with Elemental Music and Zev Feldman present this limited-edition deluxe digipak CD

In France: Live at the Nancy Jazz Pulsations Festival (1977) is a previously unissued live recording from the legendary bluesman B.B. King captured by the ORTF (French Radio and Television Ofce) in France on October 7, 1977 and released on producer Zev Feldman's Deep Digs label in partnership with Elemental Music and INA France.

This limited-edition is packaged with an extensive booklet containing rare photos by Thierry Trombert, Val Wilmer, Jan Persson, and others; plus, liner notes by the acclaimed French author Jean Buzeline; and testimonials from fellow blues icons who knew or were inspired by B.B. King.

This blazing full-length concert recording offers a rare look at the great blues singer-guitarist's powerful working band of the era.

For those who think they know B.B. King's music, In France will arrive as an unexpected revelation, and a stirring testament to the greatness of one of the most iconic blues guitarists and singers of all time.

Tracks: Blue Monk/Caldonia / Sweet Little Angel / I Like To Live The Love / It's Just A Matter Of Time / Why I Sing The Blues / I Got Some Outside Help (I Don't Really Need) / Thrill Is Gone / I Need My Baby / Sweet Sixteen / Closer / To Know You Is To Love You / When I'm Wrong / Have Faith / Outro