The Big Bad Blues
Billy Gibbons · 2018
39 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · electric blues
A gritty homage to blues, blending raw guitar riffs with soulful storytelling and rhythms that ache with authenticity.
The Big Bad Blues is an album by Billy Gibbons, released in 2018. A gritty homage to blues, blending raw guitar riffs with soulful storytelling and rhythms that ache with authenticity. This album received notable acclaim for revitalizing classic blues sounds while infusing them with Gibbons' distinctive rock flair. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Blues Albums chart and demonstrated Gibbons' influence in bridging rock and blues, appealing to a diverse audience of both genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Big Bad Blues sound like?
A gritty homage to blues, blending raw guitar riffs with soulful storytelling and rhythms that ache with authenticity. Rooted in hard rock and electric blues.
What makes The Big Bad Blues by Billy Gibbons notable?
This album received notable acclaim for revitalizing classic blues sounds while infusing them with Gibbons' distinctive rock flair. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Blues Albums chart and demonstrated Gibbons' influence in bridging rock and blues, appealing to a diverse audience of both genres. Released on September 21, 2018, 'The Big Bad Blues' marked Billy Gibbons' first solo album focused primarily on the blues genre after decades with ZZ Top. Before this release, Gibbons had established himself as a rock icon, making this album a significant pivot towards his blues roots, reflecting his lifelong passion for the genre.
How many songs are on The Big Bad Blues?
The Big Bad Blues has 11 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Missin’ Yo’ Kissin’ Standout 3:19
- 2 My Baby She Rocks Standout 3:49
- 3 Second Line 3:40
- 4 Standing Around Crying 4:24
- 5 Let the Left Hand Know 3:53
- 6 Bring It to Jerome 4:34
- 7 That’s What She Said 3:13
- 8 Mo’ Slower Blues 3:57
- 9 Hollywood 151 3:22
- 10 Rollin’ and Tumblin’ Standout 2:57
- 11 Crackin’ Up 2:43
Release Date
September 21, 2018
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
39 min 51 sec
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