Live Bootleg Series, Vol. 1

This "album" is highly recommended! This is another must-have for any fan of Johnny Winter or blazing guitar playing. The band's music overcomes any shortcomings in the sound quality. (Volume 1 is a better recording, but volume 2 may have more innovative playing.) After all, these are live recordings, from an era before sophisticated remote music equipment. Don't let the warts spoil a fantastic musical experience. Sit back (if you can) and enjoy! The licks aren't as polished (occasionally) as his studio albums, but the improvisation is fantastic. This group puts out an amazing sound for three members.

I have been a huge fan of Johnny Winter since the early 70s and have seen him live more than a dozen times over the years. This album has some classic tunes done by Johnny before and the earlier versions are much better. Examples are Johnnie B Goode and Jumpin' Jack Flash from the live album "Johnny Winter Live And". Compare these versions and you will find out that JW was much hotter before he became a train wreck from drugs, etc. This album shows his gradual decline in his abilities, sad.

I got hooked on Johnny Winter when "Second Winter" was released back in high school. The only live album I have was the "Johnny Winter And" with Rick Derringer so this was a long-time treat for me. These three guys (I love Power Trios) sizzle like a RUTH CHRIS RIBEYE!!!! Highly recommended.

This CD recalls Johnny's best early stuff. Be prepared to experience Johnny with fresh ears, as the sound quality is vastly updated from the original recordings. It's not for everyone, but if you love the blues and hard driving rock done Johnny Winter's style, then you'd better get it. Some favorites are Johnny B. Goode, Help Me, and a red-hot cover of the Rolling Stones' Jumpin'Jack Flash.

I first got turned on to the master back in 9th grade(1978) with Captured Live. That thing got played on my turntable at least once a day for over a year. Ever since, I've purchased anything by him I could get my hands on, and have almost all of it. This new bootleg series is AWESOME, and I will buy all of these too. I've heard he's getting healthy again, and I'm hoping to see him for I guess the eighth time. Last time was a few years ago at the House of Blues in Orlando. Johnny was really out of it, and I took my girl out after three songs. I told her that's not Johnny Winter anymore, after telling her she was getting to see one of the hottest players of all time.(I've taken her to Jeff Beck twice, and lots of others, too long to mention) We're only friends these days, but just told her the other day Johnny is on the mend, and a reprise visit will be in order. Anyway, this disc is worth many times more than the price if you like Johnny, and for people who don't know him, you'll see Texas had Johnny long before Stevie Ray, and Johnny plays one mean slide. Long live Firebirds and my soul brother Johnny!!!!!A little Rock and Roll!!!!!!!!!!!! Stranger on this album is GREAT!!!!!!