Born to Play Guitar

Blues · 2015 · 14 tracks · 59m

Born to Play Guitar

High-voltage Chicago blues from a master. Stinging guitar solos and gravelly vocals meet polished production and heartfelt tributes to the legends of the craft.

The king of Chicago blues proves he's still got the sharpest tone in the room.

A powerful blend of elder-statesman authority and soulful, late-night reflection.

Born to Play Guitar · vs · Buddy Guy

Nostalgia+1.7σ

The writing leans notably further into nostalgia than the rest of the catalogue.

Tracklist · 14 Tracks · 59m

01

Born to Play Guitar

4:57

02

Wear You Out

3:30

03

Back Up Mama

4:43

04

Too Late

2:47

05

Whiskey, Beer & Wine

4:30

06

Kiss Me Quick

2:56

07

Crying Out of One Eye

4:02

08

(Baby) You Got What It Takes

3:18

09

Turn Me Wild

4:37

10

Crazy World

5:16

11

Smarter Than I Was

5:27

12

Thick Like Mississippi Mud

4:04

13

Flesh & Bone (dedicated to B.B. King)

4:02

14

Come Back Muddy

5:12

Moments Worth Waiting For

The sharp, biting guitar intro of the title track that immediately asserts his mastery.

The emotional weight of the acoustic-driven tribute to B.B. King on 'Flesh & Bone'.

The playful vocal chemistry and trading of licks during the duet on 'Wear You Out'.

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