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B.B. King & Bobby Bland- Together For The First Time... Live-LP

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Together For The First Time... Live brings Bobby Bland’s soulful vocals and B.B. King’s expressive guitar into a shared spotlight, presenting the energy of their joint 1970s tour that helped sustain blues interest during a challenging era for the genre. The album features intimate moments like "Driftin' Blues" and "Why I Sing The Blues," where the compact ensemble setting lets each note and word carry weight without unnecessary embellishment. It’s a document of two giants blending their talents with a relaxed, acoustic feel that invites focused listening rather than background noise. This 1974 pressing offers a genuine slice of that live experience on vinyl, preserved in a condition suitable for regular play with only minor surface marks unlikely to interfere with enjoyment. The VG+ grade suggests the grooves remain intact and the sound reliable, making it a practical choice for those wanting to hear this collaboration as it was presented in its own time. While the album’s title hints at a debut meeting, this pressing reflects the moment when two blues legends found a comfortable groove together, proving sometimes the first time is exactly when the magic starts. B.B. King & Bobby Bland.

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B.B. King & Bobby Bland - Together For The First Time... Live

Side A

  1. Introduction
  2. O'Clock Blues
  3. It's My Own Fault
  4. Driftin' Blues
  5. That's The Way Love Is

Side B

  1. I'm Sorry
  2. I'll Take Care Of You
  3. Don't Cry No More

Side C

  1. Don't Answer The Door
  2. Good To Be Back Home
  3. Driving Wheel
  4. Rock Me Momma
  5. Black Night
  6. Cherry Red
  7. Worried Life Blues
  8. Chains Of Love
  9. Gonna Get Me An Old Woman

Side D

  1. Why I Sing The Blues
  2. Goin' Down Slow
  3. I Like To Live The Love

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