Zack: One of the things that has me excited about this project of ours is listening to some good old blues music. I am an occasional blues listener but I’ve never had the incentive to sit down and really submerge myself in the genre. Unfortunately, the list does not include that many blues album (one of the few complaints I have), but the stuff that does make the cut is all by some of the most renowned bluesmen of all time. This particular album happens to be a perfect sampling of what the blues is all about. It’s about an even split between the traditional slowed down, depressing songs that most people associate with the genre (Soon Forgotten, Goodbye Newport Blues) with the faster paced tracks (Tiger in Your Tank, I’ve Got My Mojo Working 1&2). Instrumentation prominence varies from track to track and included the staples of guitar, bass, drums, piano, and harmonica. Overall, this album is a strong representation of blues music and a great choice for a first time blues listener.
Favorite Tracks: I’ve Got My Mojo Working Part 2; Soon Forgotten; Goodbye Newport Blues
Emily: I've never listened to much blues, but after listening to Muddy Waters I think I will. Blues is the root of almost all modern music, and after listening to that for my entire life it's very cool to go back and see where it came from. As Zack said, this album captures two different, yet equally compelling, sides of blues music. The fast songs are fun and full of joy, and you can truly sense the pain and sadness of the slower songs. Each is rooted in emotion and tradition, and I think that is what makes it great.
Favorite Tracks: I've Got My Mojo Working Parts 1 and 2; Goodbye Newport Blues
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