"Livin' the Blues" is the 1968 double LP album by Canned Heat. It was one of the first double albums to place well on album charts. It features Canned Heat's signature song, "Going Up The Country," which would later be used in the Woodstock film. John Mayall appears on piano on "Walking by Myself" and "Bear Wires." Dr. John appears on "Boogie Music.
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Description / Collectors information: "Livin' the Blues" is the 1968 double LP album by Canned Heat. It was one of the first double albums to place well on album charts. It features Canned Heat's signature song, "Going Up The Country," which would later be used in the Woodstock film. John Mayall appears on piano on "Walking by Myself" and "Bear Wires." Dr. John appears on "Boogie Music. |
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Music Genre: |
Psych Blues |
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Album Production Information: |
The album: "Livin' The Blues" was produced by: Canned Heat and Skip Taylor |
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Record Label Information: |
Liberty LBS 83 210 / LST 27 200 |
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Record Format: |
12" Vinyl Stereo Double Long-Play Gramophone Record Album weight: 280 gram |
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Year & Country: |
1968 Made in Germany |
Track Listing of: "Livin' The Blues" |
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Album cover photos of : Canned Heat Livin' the Blues |
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Close-up Photo of "Livin' The Blues" Record Label
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Canned Heat is an American blues-rock band that emerged in the mid-1960s, becoming one of the most popular and influential bands of the era. The band is known for its signature blend of blues, rock, and boogie-woogie, featuring driving rhythms, searing guitar work, and soulful vocals. Canned Heat's music was a key part of the counterculture movement, and the band's legacy continues to influence musicians today.
Canned Heat was formed in Los Angeles in 1965, featuring Bob Hite (vocals), Alan Wilson (guitar), Henry Vestine (guitar), Larry Taylor (bass), and Adolfo de la Parra (drums). The band quickly gained a reputation for its high-energy live shows and its unique approach to blues music. Canned Heat was one of the first bands to incorporate traditional blues elements into a rock context, and the band's dynamic sound quickly attracted a devoted following.
Canned Heat's breakthrough came in 1967 with the release of the album "Canned Heat," which included the hit song "On the Road Again." The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish the band as one of the premier blues-rock acts of the era. Canned Heat's follow-up album, "Boogie with Canned Heat," featured the classic track "Going Up the Country," which became a defining song of the Woodstock generation.
Throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s, Canned Heat continued to release a string of successful albums and singles, including "Let's Work Together," "Future Blues," and "Hallelujah." The band's music was characterized by its raw, authentic sound and its driving rhythms, which showcased the band's virtuosic musicianship. Canned Heat's live shows were legendary, and the band's performances at festivals such as Woodstock and Monterey Pop helped to cement its place in rock history.
Tragically, Canned Heat suffered a number of setbacks in the 1970s, including the death of Alan Wilson in 1970 and the departure of several key members. However, the band continued to tour and record throughout the decade, and it remains a beloved and influential act to this day.
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