Walking the Blues is an album by blues pianist and vocalist Otis Spann recorded in New York in 1960 by Candid Records but not released until 1972 by the Barnaby label.[1][2][3][4]
AllMusic reviewer Thom Owens stated "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. ... 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.".[5]
Track listingedit
All compositions by Otis Spann except where noted
"It Must Have Been the Devil" − 3:50
"Otis' Blues" − 4:16
"Going Down Slow" − 3:57
"Half Ain't Been Told" (Otis Spann, James Oden) − 4:38
^Edwards, D., & Callahan, M., The Barnaby Label Album Discography accessed November 14, 2019
^Jazzlists Candid Label Discography, accessed November 14, 2019
^Wirz' American Music: Otis Spann Discography accessed November 14, 2019
^Jazzdisco: Candid Records Catalog: 79000 series accessed November 14, 2019
^ abOwens, Thom. Otis Spann: Walking the Blues – Review at AllMusic. Retrieved November 14, 2019.
January 01, 1970
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