Willie Dixon – I Am The Blues

Released in 1970, I Am the Blues is a milestone in the career of Willie Dixon, one of the pillars of Chicago blues.

In this album, Dixon performs nine of his own compositions, which had previously been hits in the voices of other artists such as Howlin' Wolf and Muddy Waters. With his unmistakable voice and backed by the Chicago Blues All Stars, Dixon delivers authentic versions of classics like "Back Door Man," "I'm Your Hoochie Coochie Man," and "The Little Red Rooster." This album is essential for understanding Dixon's deep influence on blues music.