The Best of Friends - John Lee Hooker (Vinyl) (AE)

This is a double vinyl LP pressing of The Best of Friends by John Lee Hooker. This compilation uniquely features classic tracks recorded by John Lee Hooker in collaboration with various friends. The album includes performances with notable artists such as Charles Brown, Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, Los Lobos, and Bonnie Raitt, showcasing that Hooker had not lost his touch on recordings made since 1988. Among the highlights are a "smokin'" duet with Bonnie Raitt on "I'm in the Mood," a rendition of "Boom Boom" with a guest appearance from Jimmie Vaughan, and a reprise of Hooker's 1956 hit "Dimples" backed by Los Lobos.

Label: BMG Rights Management

Release Year: 2024

Track List:

1. Boogie Chillen - By John Lee Hooker & Eric Clapton
2. This Is Hip - By John Lee Hooker & Ry Cooder
3. The Healer - By John Lee Hooker & Carlos Santana
4. I Cover the Waterfront - By John Lee Hooker & Van Morrison
5. Boom Boom - By John Lee Hooker & Jimmie Vaughan
6. I'm in the Mood - By John Lee Hooker & Bonnie Raitt
7. Burnin' Hell - By John Lee Hooker & Ben Harper
8. Tupelo
9. Baby Lee
10. Dimples - By John Lee Hooker & los Lobos
11. Chill Out (Things Gonna Change) - By John Lee Hooker & Carlos Santana
12. Big Legs, Tight Skirt - By John Lee Hooker & Ike Turner
13. Don't Look Back - By John Lee Hooker & Charles Brown
14. Up and Down