{"product_id":"2558258-1","title":"Popa Chubby And Friends - I Love Freddie King [VINYL]","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfter a health-induced hiatus, \u003cstrong\u003ePopa Chubby\u003c\/strong\u003e, the legendary blues-rock guitarist, roars back with \u003cstrong\u003e\"I Love Freddie King,\"\u003c\/strong\u003ea heartfelt tribute album to the late great Texas Cannonball himself. Produced by Popa Chubby and Gulf Coast Records' executive producer \u003cstrong\u003eMike Zito\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 11-track masterpiece was recorded at \u003cstrong\u003eG.B.'s Juke Joint\u003c\/strong\u003eand features contributions from an all-star roster of modern guitar heroes: \u003cstrong\u003eJoe Bonamassa, Mike Zito, Christone \"Kingfish\" Ingram, Eric Gales, Albert Castiglia, Arthur Neilson, and V.D. King\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReflecting on the album, Popa Chubby calls Freddie King his lifelong muse, whose music \"changed my soul forever.\" The album brings King's legacy roaring back to life, spanning his early instrumental hits, Shelter Records era, and more. With a core band of \u003cstrong\u003eMike Merritt (bass)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAndrei Koribanics III (drums)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eMike DiMeo (keyboards)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this record captures the sweat, soul, and unrelenting energy of Freddie King.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracks like \u003cstrong\u003e\"I'm Going Down\" (ft. Joe Bonamassa)\u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003e\"Big Legged Woman\" (ft. Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram)\u003c\/strong\u003eexplode with fiery guitar work and passionate vocals. Other standouts include \u003cstrong\u003e\"She's A Burglar\" (ft. Mike Zito)\u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003e\"Hideaway\" (ft. Arthur Neilson)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each collaboration brings something special to the table, making this album a must-listen for blues fans and guitar lovers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite battling a rare spinal disorder during production, Popa Chubby pressed on to create what he calls \"a journey of love and homage.\" His raw determination, combined with the extraordinary talent of his guest musicians, resulted in a fitting tribute to Freddie King--the bridge between blues and rock, who forever altered the genre's course.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Texas Cannonball's legacy brought to life, grab your copy of \"I Love Freddie King\" today and let the blues thunder on!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54209040548225,"sku":"2558258","price":23.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/91f88HqLaAL._AC_SL1500_86e828c3-8f28-449c-b415-b5ee8deb6a53.jpg?v=1744082824","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/2558258-1","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}