1998 Collection on Double LP!
Collaborations with Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Carlos Santana, Bonnie Raitt & More!
First Time Ever on Vinyl!
Originally released in 1998, The Best of Friends celebrates John Lee Hooker's late-career collaborations with a who's-who of esteemed guests including Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, Carlos Santana, Van Morrison and Bonnie Raitt. 25 years later, it remains a vivid portrait of Hooker's vitality during this period and the unwavering respect of the musicians he influenced.
Released here on 2LP vinyl for the first time, The Best of Friends provides a perfect entry point for Hooker fans looking to explore his output in the 1980s and '90s.
Features
- Double LP
- First Time on Vinyl
- Gatefold Sleeve
- Bonus Track "Up and Down"
Selections
Side A:
- Boogie Chillen
- This Is Hip
- The Healer
- I Cover the Waterfront
Side B:
- Boom Boom
- I'm In the Mood
- Burnin' Hell
- Tupelo
Side C:
- Baby Lee
- Dimples
- Chill Out (Things Gonna Change)
Side D:
- Big Legs Tight Skirt
- Don't Look Back
- Up and Down (Bonus Track)