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Timing is everything, but it wasn't Robert Johnson's best friend. Sweeping out of the Rolling Stones' shopping list when they were searching for Mick Taylor's replacement, Johnson (whose very name should have landed him the job) was one of the hottest rock & roll guitarists of the mid-'70s, bluesy and bruising, street smart and sharp, and a gritty songwriter, too. But one glance at his debut album and you have him pegged for another new waver, just one more in that long line of quirky power poppers who emerged from the post-Costello '70s and were soundly dismissed on the spot. Which leaves Close Personal Friend in that awkward space somewhere between the classic it is and the bargain-bin regular it became. Too soulful for the skinny-tie brigade but too confusing for everyone who should have loved it, Close Personal Friend features ten stunning rockers that dance on the brittlest edge of American roots, and if any album of that era demands rediscovery, this is it. ~ Dave Thompson

Having auditioned for the slot made vacant by Mick Taylor, ROBERT JOHNSON at the age of 23 was in his opinion too young and too American to join The Rolling Stones. In 1974 he secured the lead guitar slot in the Who bass players JOHN ENTWISTLE'S OX where he stayed for the next three years. In 1978 the world was finally exposed to ROBERT JOHNSON solo artist whose two albums were released in UK on the Ensign Label (bonus album 'The Memphis Dmos' was released in 1980).He toured in support of 'Close Personal Friend' opening for amongst others The POLICE and The KNACK but 'bad vibes and bad management' doomed his band and albums to a premature fate. Crank up loud and enjoy.

Personnel: Robert Johnson (vocals, guitar); Robert Johnson (vocals, guitar, bass instrument, drum); Dave Cochran (vocals, bass instrument, drums); Blair Cunningham (vocals, drums, drum); Bill Rennie (bass instrument); Barry Johnson, Walter Polk, Willie Hall, Chad Cromwell (drum); Hot Buttered Soul (background vocals).

Liner Note Author: Joe Geesin.

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List Price $19.95 (You save $5.60)
Category Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Blues Traditional, Power Pop, Blues
Label Angel Air
Orig Year 1979
All Time Sales Rank   125388  
CD Universe Part number 7750018
Catalog number 285
Discs 1
Release Date Oct 14, 2008
Studio/Live Studio
Mono/Stereo Stereo
Producer Robert Johnson; Robert Johnson
Engineer Robert Johnson
Personnel Chad Cromwell - drum
Willie Hall
Robert Johnson - vocals, guitar
Barry Johnson
Robert Johnson - vocals, guitar
Blair Cunningham - vocals, drums, drum
Barry Johnson
Dave Cochran - vocals, bass instrument, drums
Bill Rennie - bass instrument
Hot Buttered Soul - background vocals
Walter Polk
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Robert Johnson Close Personal Friend Songs


Robert Johnson Close Personal Friend Album Track Listing



1.I'll Be Waiting
2.Wish Upon a Star
3.Guide My Energy
4.Say Girl
5.Responsibilty
6.Kerri
7.Leslie
8.Wreck My Mind
9.Debbie's Theme
10.Tell Me About It Slim
11.Bubba Rock
12.I'll Be Waiting
13.Claudette
14.Burning Love
15.Wish Upon a Star
16.Jimmy Dean's Back - (live)
17.Shaking It Down
18.Better Love
19.Deep Love
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Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars) 5 stars

5 stars Excellent Remaster of an Overlooked Classic
The remastering is pristine. Many thanks to Angel Air. I had this on vinyl and wore it completely out. The ample bonus tracks are very nice as well. So many remasters out there have 'bonus tracks' that are just a waste of time. It is totally refreshing to hear the excellent bonus tracks on this disc. They are a fine addition to the album, and again, the sound quality is great!
Submitted by Jeff (Hawaii) Verified Buyer
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5 stars Great Stuff from this Guy
I remember hearing this stuff at my friend Dave's house in the late 70's or early 80's, I only heard the album once and then went to the local record store and ordered "Close Personal Friend" - Never picked up because I went into the service but never forgot about the music. The other day was looking at the old Robert Johnson the great blues guy and remembered the JR. JUST listened to the tracks you guys provided and the music still sounds great, meeting with my friend Dave first time in 15 years and want to give him a copy of the CD and want one for myself to add to ITUNES Library -Thanks JD
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