Collins,Albert Alive & Cool CD

The Master of the Telecaster. The Razor Blade. The Iceman. Albert Collins has been called many names, but nothing comes close to experiencing this legendary blues guitarist first hand. Crammed with those sharp, striking solos that hit like an ice pick through your soul, "Alive and Cool" takes you back in time, capturing the true essence of Collins' unparalleled talent as a blues performer and highlighting his unwavering commitment to delivering uplifting and powerful performances through his music. Featuring a mix of original compositions and covers infused with his distinctive touch, the interplay between Collins and his band on this album is palpable, locking into mesmerizing grooves and feeding off each other's energy to rampant applause. From the foot-stomping energy of up-tempo blues to the soul-stirring beauty of slow ballads, every track showcases Collins' versatility as a musician and his ability to captivate an audience and capture the true essence of the blues.

1. Introduction Instrumental 2. How Blue Can You Get? 3. Thaw Out 4. Too Tired 5. Funky 6. Deep Freeze 7. Baby What Do You Want Me to Do? 8. Mustang Sally 9. Backstroke 10. The Freeze 11. Collin's Shuffle 12. Albert's Alley 13. Defrost