JOE BONAMASSA · Jesus Left Chicago | BLACK 2LP

Black double vinyl album.

Recorded live in Rheinberg, Germany on May 1st, 2005 for FM radio broadcast across continental Europe.

Background information about 'Jesus Left Chicago'

This absolutely scorching live recording captures Joe Bonamassa at one of his most electrifying performances during his 2005 European mini-tour. Recorded at what many consider the finest gig of that entire run in Rheinberg, Germany, "Jesus Left Chicago" showcases the blues-rock virtuoso and his regular touring ensemble playing with an intensity that's nothing short of breathtaking. The setlist brilliantly spans Bonamassa's early catalog, featuring the epic opening medley "Takin' The Hit/Jesus Just Left Chicago" that immediately sets the stage for what's to come, alongside powerful renditions of "A New Day Yesterday" and the haunting "The River".

What makes this recording particularly special is how it captures Joe during a pivotal period in his career - just after the release of his fourth studio album "Had to Cry Today" in 2004, when he was still building his reputation as one of the premier blues guitarists of his generation. The raw energy and passion evident throughout this performance demonstrate exactly why Bonamassa has gone on to achieve eleven No. 1 albums on the Billboard Blues chart. The inclusion of a 2022 interview as a bonus track adds fascinating context to this historic performance, making this double LP an essential piece for any serious blues collection.

For fans of: Gary Moore, Walter Trout, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Stevie Ray Vaughan

Track listing

LP 1:
A1. Takin' The Hit/Jesus Just Left Chicago
A2. A New Day Yesterday
B3. Blues Deluxe
B4. You Upset Me

LP 2:
C5. The River
C6. Burning Hell
D7. Spanish Castle Magic
D8. Joe Bonamassa Interview 2022

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