BOBBY BLUE BLAND
Blues At Midnight (Malaco)
Reviewed by Eric Steiner

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Bobby Blue Bland's Blues at Midnight is a collection of 11 songs that range from funk to soul to blues, courtesy of the one of the blues' most seasoned vocalists. While some fans might be put off by his nasal snort or squall when he really gets his mojo working, I think it's proof positive that Bobby's throwing his all into the music. Over the course of his career, Bobby has released more than 50 top-ten singles and 60 albums, ranging from 78-RPM discs to CDs. Blues At Midnight is Bobby's 12th Malaco release, and there's a variety of songs that allow Bobby to stretch a bit, from "You Hit the Nail on the Head," "Ghetto Nights," to the classic "What A Wonderful World." Co-producer Wolf Stephenson's liner notes really tell the story of Bobby's contributions to the blues, from his early days on Beale Street to his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 and beyond. If you're looking for the blues with a Memphis feel, look no further than Blues At Midnight.

Track List:

Where Do We Go From Here * You Hit The Nail On The Head * I've Got The Blues At Midnight * I Caught The Blues From Someone Else * Baby What's Wrong With You *I'm A Blues Man * This Man-Woman Thing * My Sunday's Coming Soon * What A Wonderful World *The Only Thing Missing Is You * Ghetto Nights

© 2003 - Eric Steiner