OTIS SPANN - Walking The Blues

Walking The Blues is arguably the finest record Otis Spann ever cut, boasting 11 cuts of astounding blues piano. On several numbers, Spann is supported by guitarist Robert Jr. Lockwood and their interaction is sympathetic, warm, and utterly inviting. Spann relies on originals here, from Half Ain't Been Told to Walking the Blues, but he also throws in a few standards (Goin' Down Slow, My Home Is In The Delta) that help draw a fuller portrait of his musicianship. Most importantly, however, is the fact that Walking The Blues simply sounds great -- it's some of the finest blues piano you'll ever hear. Recording: August 1960 at Fine Recording Studios, New York, by George Piros Production: Nat Hentoff Record Label: Pure Pleasure CJS 9025 Style: Blues