Luther Allison - Blue Streak

Soul Fixin' Man was the first Luther Allison album recorded on American soil in 18 years, and it reminded the stateside blues community why this Paris-based expatriate was once considered one of the very best of Chicago's second blues generation. He builds upon that reputation with Blue Streak, a follow-up which is even bluesier and more guitar-oriented than its predecessor. If the previous disc emphasized Allison's Wilson Pickett-like singing, this new one focuses on his Albert Collins-like picking. --Geoffrey Himes Amazon.com

I love luther

This is a great album. He didn't ever make back blues music. He plays with such passion. I dont think it gets much better than this.

Move from the hood is probably my favorite on this album August 29, 2008

true Luther

as always, Luther delivers his excellent guitar and great vocals on this cd just like all the others. You can't go wrong on anything Luther or Bernard Allison if you are a true blues lover, or just love great guitar playing. January 9, 2008

Luther Is The Man

Another strong Chicago blues album from Allison and band. This is a great album that features some killer guitar and Allison's trademark vocals. I believe Allison won a W.C. Handy award for song of the year with "Cherry Red Wine" from this album, and it is a great track. I have since heard it recorded by several other artists including Johnny Lang, but none of them hold up to the original. Allsion also branches into some slide and steel guitar on this album which adds some nice variety. Other standout tracks include "All The Kings Horses", "Walking Papers", "What's Going On In My Home", "Big City", and "Move From The Hood". As on previous albums Allison maintains a kind of 70's funk vibe to some of his stuff, which works quite well. This was the album that put Allison back on the blues map in the U.S. as he went from playing clubs to theaters after this one came out. Great stuff! January 25, 2007

Soulful vocals and Icy crisp guitar Blues!

When this cd came out in 1995 it was one of the top albums on Guitar World's magazine year end list and for good reason! Excellent production, deep stirring vocals, Icy guitar playing and an excellent band added to a great cd! A favorite on The Crazy Coyote Blues Power Show 1490 KOTY AM (1490koty.com) Yakima Nation Radio in south central Washington state. June 2, 2001

This will be one of your favorite CD's

Luther Allison's Blue Streak is simply one of the best blues albums around. There is not a disappointing track on the entire CD. From the infectious wood-block beat of "What have I Done Wrong" to the heart-wrenching "Cherry Red Wine", Allison poured his heart and soul into every cut. The combination of Allison's powerful vocals and virtuoso guitar playing blend perfectly; neither takes the back seat to the other. If you have never heard Luther Allison, give this CD a listen. Then, like me, you'll be a fan and want to have all of his CD's. Rest in peace, Luther. August 19, 1999

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