John Lee Hooker's 'The Vee-Jay Sessions' is a monumental collection of blues masterpieces, boasting an impressive duration of 2 hours and 18 minutes. Released on 18 February 2025 via UME - Global Clearing House, this extensive album is a treasure trove of Hooker's distinctive style, which seamlessly blends genres such as blues, classic blues, blues rock, soul blues, country blues, and jazz blues.
Throughout the album's vast tracklist, John Lee Hooker's unique sound is on full display, with standout tracks like 'Mambo Chillun', 'Dimples', and 'Boom Boom' showcasing his ability to craft infectious, foot-stomping rhythms. Meanwhile, songs like 'The Road Is So Rough' and 'Hobo Blues' demonstrate his capacity for storytelling through music, weaving vivid tales of hardship and perseverance.
With a career spanning decades, John Lee Hooker's influence on the blues genre is immeasurable, and 'The Vee-Jay Sessions' serves as a testament to his enduring legacy. This comprehensive collection is a must-listen for fans of the blues, offering a glimpse into the creative genius of one of the genre's most beloved pioneers. So, immerse yourself in the rich, soulful sound of John Lee Hooker, and discover why he remains an icon of blues music to this day.
Tracks
Unfriendly Woman (aka Stop Now)John Lee Hooker
Wheel And DealJohn Lee Hooker
Mambo ChillunJohn Lee Hooker
Time Is MarchingJohn Lee Hooker
I'm So Worried BabyJohn Lee Hooker
DimplesJohn Lee Hooker
Every NightJohn Lee Hooker
The Road Is So Rough (aka When I Started Hoboing)John Lee Hooker
Trouble BluesJohn Lee Hooker
Stop TalkingJohn Lee Hooker
Everybody's Rockin'John Lee Hooker
I'm So ExcitedJohn Lee Hooker
I See You When You're WeakJohn Lee Hooker
Crawlin' Black Spider (aka Mean Old Snake)John Lee Hooker
Little WheelJohn Lee Hooker
Little Fine WomanJohn Lee Hooker
Rosie Mae (aka Nothing but Trouble)John Lee Hooker
You Can Lead Me Baby (aka Lead Me On)John Lee Hooker
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