Power of the Blues by Gary Moore

Power of the Blues is Gary Moore's release from 2004, guitar-led music with real feeling. It runs to 41 minutes across 10 tracks on Sanctuary Records. I came to it well after release and have returned to it since.

Why listen?

The playing is expressive and rooted, every note bent for feeling rather than show. The band keeps it lean and lets the guitar and voice lead. It is a record about tone, touch, and timing.

Favourite song: I Can't Quit You Baby

I Can't Quit You Baby is the high point of the record, the moment where everything comes together. It rewards repeat listening.

You know I love you, baby
My love for you I could never hide
Yes, you know I love you, baby
My love for you I would never hide
Yes, you know you're the onliest one, darlin'
You're just my heart's desire

Key takeaway

Power of the Blues is well worth your time. Give it a listen.

Tracklist

• Power of the Blues
• There's a Hole
• Tell Me Woman
• I Can't Quit You Baby
• That's Why I Play the Blues
• Evil
• Getaway Blues
• Memory Pain
• Can't Find My Baby
• Torn Inside

Details

Listen on

• Apple Music
• Amazon
• Spotify

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