Originally released in 1998, 'The Best of Friends' celebrates John Lee Hooker's late career collaborations with a who's who of esteemed guests including Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, Carlos Santana, Van Morrison and Bonnie Raitt. 25 years later, it remains a vivid portrait of Hooker's vitality during this period and the unwavering respect of the musicians he influenced.
Track Listing:
1. Boogie Chillin' - John Lee Hooker (4.35)
2. This Is Hip (With Ry Cooder) - John Lee Hooker (3.23)
3. The Healer (With Carlos Santana) - John Lee Hooker (5.37)
4. I Cover the Waterfront (With Van Morrison & Booker T. Jones) - John Lee Hooker (6.39)
5. Boom Boom (With Jimmie Vaughan) - John Lee Hooker (4.16)
6. I'm in the Mood (Feat. Bonnie Raitt) - John Lee Hooker (4.28)
7. Burnin' Hell (With Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite) - John Lee Hooker (4.59)
8. Tupelo - John Lee Hooker (3.54)
9. Baby Lee (Feat. Robert Cray) - John Lee Hooker (3.43)
10. Dimples (Feat. Los Lobos) - John Lee Hooker (3.59)
11. Chill Out (Things Gonna Change) [with Carlos Santana] - John Lee Hooker (4.45)
12. Big Legs, Tight Skirt (With Ry Cooder & Ike Turner) - John Lee Hooker (5.59)
13. Don't Look Back (With Van Morrison & Charles Brown) - John Lee Hooker (6.41)
14. Up and Down (With Johnnie Johnson) - John Lee Hooker
Year of Production:
1998
