The Jungle

by B.B. King

Overview

A powerful collection of singles from about 1962-1967, this is an interesting record because it illustrates some of the stylistic changes in King's music (and "urban blues" in general) during this period -- the transition from upright bass to the heavier-sounding electric, the horn arrangements become less jazzy and more "punchy" and soul-influenced, and his guitar style itself becomes more economical. ~ George Bedard

Product Details

Release Date:	01/08/2008
Label:	Ace
UPC:	0029667030922
Rank:	101204

Tracks

1. The Jungle
2. 5 Long Years
3. Eyesight to the Blind
4. Blue Shadows
5. The Worst Thing in My Life
6. Beautician Blues
7. Ain't Nobody's Business
8. Blues Stay Away
9. I Stay in the Mood
10. I Can Hear My Name
11. Got 'Em Bad
12. It's a Mean World

Album Credits

Performance Credits

B.B. King   Primary Artist,Vocals,Guitar

Technical Credits

B.B. King   Composer
Bill Lazerus   Engineer
Adam Skeaping   Mastering
Jules Taub   Composer
Maxwell Street Jimmy Davis   Arranger
Mike Akopoff   Liner Notes
Jools DeVere   Package Design
Joe Josea   Composer