Howlin' Wolf – The Real Folk Blues

Howlin' Wolf – The Real Folk Blues

Originally released as part of Chess Records' celebrated Real Folk Blues series, The Real Folk Blues showcases Howlin' Wolf at his raw, powerful best. Drawing from some of his finest recordings of the late 1950s and early 1960s, the album captures the towering voice, commanding presence, and electrifying blues style that established him as one of the most influential figures in American music.

Featuring classics such as Killing Floor, Built For Comfort, Poor Boy, Tail Dragger, and Three Hundred Pounds Of Joy, the collection highlights the intensity and originality that set Howlin' Wolf apart from his contemporaries. His deep, gravelly vocals and unforgettable delivery are perfectly complemented by the driving Chicago blues sound that helped define an era.

Many of the songs featured here would go on to inspire generations of musicians, particularly during the British blues boom of the 1960s. Tracks such as Killing Floor and Built For Comfort became staples for countless blues and rock artists, cementing Howlin' Wolf's reputation as one of the genre's true pioneers.

A superb introduction for newcomers and an essential addition for dedicated blues collectors, The Real Folk Blues remains one of the finest showcases of Howlin' Wolf's enduring legacy and the timeless power of Chicago blues.

Tracklist:

1. Killing Floor
2. Louise
3. Poor Boy
4. Sittin' On Top Of The World
5. Nature
6. My Country Sugar Mama (A.K.A. Sugar Mama)
7. Tail Dragger
8. Three Hundred Pounds Of Joy
9. Natchez Burning
10. Built For Comfort
11. Ooh Baby, Hold Me
12. Tell Me What I've Done