Review: T-Bone Walker's T-Bone Blues stands as a pinnacle of his career, capturing the essence of his virtuosity across sessions from 1955, 1956 and 1957. Released by Atlantic Records in 1959, this album is a testament to Walker's mastery of blues guitar. The album features standout tracks from various sessions, including the electrifying instrumental 'Two Bones and a Pick', showcasing Walker's talent alongside RS Rankin and jazz guitarist Barney Kessel. The 1955 Chicago sessions with Junior Wells and Jimmy Rogers produced gems like 'Why Not' and 'Papa Ain't Salty'. Walker's versatile style and experience forever set his place in the blues pantheon.
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