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B.B. King: Blues Summit

B.B. King: Blues Summit

199555m
MusicDocumentary

Status

Released

Release

1995

Runtime

55m

Storyline

Inspired by the 1993 Grammy-winning album, this historic meeting of superpowers stars the King of the Blues performing duets with a pantheon of fellow legends: Ruth Brown, Albert Collins, Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Irma Thomas and Joe Louis Walker. Interspersed with exclusive interviews, it's an inspired and unprecedented gathering of blues greats that may never be equaled. The performances include B.B.'s signature song, "The Thrill Is Gone," and "Playin' With My Friends," which was penned by Robert Cray just for The Blues Summit. Best of all, with this home video, you sit right on stage where you don't miss a beat.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
55m
Jul 6, 1995
Digital Release
Jul 6, 1995
Director
Steve Purcell
Steve Purcell
Production Countries
United States of America

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