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Recorded in the midst of a 1981 European tour, Guy and Wells took a
eak from their backing musicians and amps to cut this spontaneous, all-acoustic set.One of the best duos in the history of the blues, guitarist Buddy Guy and harmonica player Junior Wells made several recordings together over the decades, but this one is unique in their discography. The results stand in stark contrast to the hot-and-heavy Chicago blues the duo is known for. Instead, 1981’s Alone &amp Acoustic is relaxed and personal, with an intimate, back-porch feel. Guy switches between six- and 12-string guitars, and lays down rootsy acoustic rhythms for Wells’ keening harmonica lines. The two share vocal duties, spinning through a handful of originals, songs by John Lee Hooker and Muddy Waters, as well as some nods to traditional tunes. In fact, the performances here pay homage to the rural, country-blues roots these modern bluesmen share. 1. Give Me My Coat And Shoes2. Big Boat (Buddy And Junior Thing)3. Sweet Black Girl4. Diggin My Potatoes5. Dont Leave Me6. Rollin and Tumblin7. I’m in the Mood8. High Heel Sneakers9. Wrong Doing Woman10. Cut You Loose11. Sally Mae12. Catfish Blues13. My Home In The Delta14. Boogie Chillen15. Medley: Baby What you Want Me to Do/That’s All Right