I Met the Blues at Klook’s Kleek

The Graham Bond Organisation

I Met the Blues at Klook’s Kleek

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Band Introduction by Dick Jordan 1:58 2. Wade in the Water 2:48 3. Big Boss Man 5:06 4. Person to Person Blues 5:05 5. First Time I Met the Blues 5:05 6. Spanish Blues 2:56 7. Stormy Monday 3:49 8. Train Time 3:54 9. Early in the Morning 3:50 10. What’d I Say 5:07
Historical Archive
I Met the Blues at Klook’s Kleek is a seminal live album that captures the raw energy and improvisational prowess of The Graham Bond Organisation. Recorded in a small, intimate venue, the album showcases a blend of blues, jazz, and rock, characterized by Graham Bond's dynamic organ playing and the virtuosic contributions of his bandmates, including the legendary Jack Bruce on bass. The album is noted for its gritty sound and passionate performances, making it a significant entry in the British blues scene of the 1960s. Its influence can be seen in the work of subsequent artists who drew inspiration from Bond's innovative approach to blending genres.