B.B. King – Live At The Regal (1965) [Japanese Limited SHM-SACD 2011] [SACD / Geffen Records – UIGY-9062]

Title: B.B. King – Live At The Regal (1965) [Japanese Limited SHM-SACD 2011]
Genre: Blues
Format: SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

The 2011 reissue of Live at the Regal features DSD mastering from the Japanese master, presented in the high-fidelity SHM-SACD format, compatible only with SACD players, not standard CD players, with DSD transfer by Manabu Matsumura. B.B. King shines as a singer, guitarist, and natural-born entertainer, delivering a masterful performance to an enthusiastic Chicago audience. Backed by a razor-sharp band that follows his cues with near-telepathic precision, King performs hits with a voice that seamlessly shifts between falsetto and gritty emphasis. His guitar work, marked by a sophisticated jazz sensibility, ranks among his career’s finest, retaining its raw edge. The album’s climax, “How Blue Can You Get,” electrifies the crowd, showcasing King’s vocal and emotional range. King engages the audience with storytelling and song introductions, proving himself a consummate performer. The tight interplay between King and his band exemplifies live blues at its best. This recording captures a high point in uptown blues, blending polish with passion. Live at the Regal is essential for B.B. King fans and blues enthusiasts alike. Its pristine DSD sound enhances the experience, making it a definitive live blues album.

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Tracklist:

01 – Every Day I Have The Blues
02 – Sweet Little Angel
03 – It’s My Own Fault
04 – How Blue Can You Get?
05 – Please Love Me
06 – You Upset Me Baby
07 – Worry, Worry
08 – Woke Up This Mornin’
09 – You Done Lost Your Good Thing Now
10 – Help The Poor

Note:

DSD Transferred from analogue master tapes by Manabu Matsumura (Universal Studio Mastering).

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