John Lee Hooker Jr.
Live In Istanbul Turkey
Steppin’ Stone Records
www.ccentertainment.com
By George W. Harris

The electric blues tradition continues from father to son on this concert by John Lee Hooker Jr. and his Legaspi-James Anderson/key, Mike Rinta/tb and Frank Bailey/tp. The backup horns give toe tapping accents to the dance and boogie pieces like “Suspicious” and “Funky Funk.” Hooker’s voice is rich, gritty and down to earth throughout. The animated dvd is a clever mix of music and warnings of cheating on your wife. You wouldn’t want to mess with anyone here-that’s for sure!