Bobby Blue Bland Two Steps From The Blues (LP, 180g Vinyl)

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(Blues Joint) 17 tracks, 180g Vinyl Bobby "Blue" Bland (1930-2013) was one of the main creators... more

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Bobby Blue Bland: Two Steps From The Blues (LP, 180g Vinyl)

(Blues Joint) 17 tracks, 180g Vinyl

Bobby "Blue" Bland (1930-2013) was one of the main creators of the modern soul-blues sound. Together with artists such as Sam Cooke, Ray Charles and Junior Parker, Bland developed a style that mixed gospel with blues and R&B.

His tortured voice, full of charisma and melisma, was a confident and expressive instrument. Presented here is Bland's outstanding debut LP "Two Steps from the Blues", originally released in January 1961 and one of the key albums of modern blues. It marked a watershed moment when juke-joint blues blended seamlessly with gospel and southern soul.

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Interpret: Bobby Blue Bland
Album titlle: Two Steps From The Blues (LP, 180g Vinyl)
Genre Blues
Geschwindigkeit 33 U/min
Vinyl record size LP (12 Inch)
Record Grading Mint (M)
Sleeve Grading Mint (M)
Vinyl weight 180g Vinyl
Artikelart LP
Label Blues Joint
EAN: 8436563185700
weight in Kg 0.3

Bland, Bobby 'Blue' - Two Steps From The Blues (LP, 180g Vinyl) LP 1
01	Two Steps From The Blues	Bobby Blue Bland
02	Cry, Cry, Cry	Bobby Blue Bland
03	I'm Not Ashamed	Bobby Blue Bland
04	Don't Cry No More	Bobby Blue Bland
05	Lead Me On	Bobby Blue Bland
06	I Pity The Fool	Bobby Blue Bland
07	How Does A Cheatin' Woman Feel?	Bobby Blue Bland
08	Farther Up The Road	Bobby Blue Bland
09	Who Will The Next Fool Be?	Bobby Blue Bland
10	I've Just Got To Forget You	Bobby Blue Bland
11	Little Boy Blue	Bobby Blue Bland
12	St James Infirmary	Bobby Blue Bland
13	I'll Take Care Of You	Bobby Blue Bland
14	I Don't Want No Woman	Bobby Blue Bland
15	I've Been Wrong So Long	Bobby Blue Bland
16	Your Friends	Bobby Blue Bland
17	Stormy Monday Blues	Bobby Blue Bland

Bobby "Blue" Bland – Dreamer & His California Album Two Soul-Blues... more

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Bobby "Blue" Bland – Dreamer & His California Album

Two Soul-Blues Masterpieces from the West Coast Era

Bobby "Blue" Bland, often called the "Lion of the Blues", is one of the most respected voices in modern blues and soul music. In the 1960s, he built a legendary reputation through a steady stream of hits for Houston-based Duke Records. His signature sound blended blues, gospel, soul, and a touch of black pop, with heartfelt horn arrangements by Joe Scott and a unique vocal expression – the emotional, guttural "squall".

A New Chapter: From Southern Roots to California Sophistication

When Duke Records was sold to ABC in the early 1970s, Bland was part of the package deal and moved on to record for ABC’s Dunhill label. Although the transition was difficult at first – moving from a close-knit, familiar environment to the corporate world of Los Angeles studios – it ultimately led to two of his most acclaimed albums:

His California Album (1973)
Dreamer (1974)

Both albums were produced by Steve Barri, a somewhat unconventional choice best known for his pop and surf music background, but he proved to be a thoughtful and compatible match for Bland.

His California Album – Urban Soul at Its Finest

Released in 1973, His California Album showcased a more polished, studio-refined sound while retaining Bland’s soulful essence. With top-tier L.A. session musicians behind him, Bland delivered emotionally rich performances. Tracks like “This Time I’m Gone For Good” marked a clear creative renewal, presenting the blues in a smoother, more urban context.

Dreamer – A Return to the R&B Charts

The follow-up album Dreamer took things further. With standout singles like:

“Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City”
“I Wouldn’t Treat A Dog (The Way You Treated Me)”

Bland climbed back into the R&B charts, the latter reaching No. 3. The album featured an all-star cast including Larry Carlton, Dean Parks, Wilton Felder, Ed Greene, and Michael Omartian. The result was a lush, orchestrated sound that let Bland’s expressive voice shine with both power and grace.

Why These Albums Matter:

Creative turning point: From gritty Southern blues to polished West Coast soul
Iconic tracks that remain influential today
Backed by elite session musicians and crafted production
Essential for collectors and fans of 1970s R&B and soul-blues fusion

Conclusion: Dreamer and His California Album are landmark recordings in Bobby Bland’s discography. They capture a transformative period in his career and stand as timeless examples of how deep soul and sophisticated studio production can merge to create something truly powerful.

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