Blues to the Bone
Etta James · 2004
47 min · 12 tracks · jazz · R&B · rock & roll
Etta James delivers powerful blues infused with soul and gospel, showcasing her timeless vocal prowess throughout the album.
Blues to the Bone is an album by Etta James, released in 2004. Etta James delivers powerful blues infused with soul and gospel, showcasing her timeless vocal prowess throughout the album. 'Blues to the Bone' received critical acclaim, being praised for its authenticity and deep emotional resonance. The album peaked at number one on the Billboard Blues chart, solidifying Etta James's enduring influence in the genre while introducing her music to a new generation of listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blues to the Bone sound like?
Etta James delivers powerful blues infused with soul and gospel, showcasing her timeless vocal prowess throughout the album. Rooted in jazz and R&B.
What makes Blues to the Bone by Etta James notable?
'Blues to the Bone' received critical acclaim, being praised for its authenticity and deep emotional resonance. The album peaked at number one on the Billboard Blues chart, solidifying Etta James's enduring influence in the genre while introducing her music to a new generation of listeners. Released in 2004, 'Blues to the Bone' came during a period of artistic resurgence for Etta James, following her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. This album marked her return to traditional blues after exploring various genres in the 1990s, reaffirming her status as a vital voice in American music.
How many songs are on Blues to the Bone?
Blues to the Bone has 12 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Got My Mojo Working Standout 3:34
- 2 Don't Start Me to Talking 2:52
- 3 Hush Hush 3:34
- 4 Lil' Red Rooster 3:54
- 5 That's Alright 3:42
- 6 Crawlin' King Snake 5:32
- 7 Dust My Broom 3:35
- 8 The Sky Is Crying Standout 3:59
- 9 Smokestack Lightnin' Standout 6:50
- 10 You Shook Me 3:51
- 11 Driving Wheel 2:59
- 12 Honey, Don't Tear My Clothes 3:31
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