Skin Deep

Blues · 2008 · 12 tracks · 58m

Skin Deep

A polished, star-studded late-career peak where Chicago's electric fire meets soulful gospel warmth. Pristine production framing legendary guitar duels.

It's the record where Buddy Guy brings all his famous friends over to prove he can still outplay every one of them.

A polished and soulful reflection on legacy, blending fiery electric blues with a late-career sense of peace.

Skin Deep · vs · Buddy Guy

Studio Polished+1.2σ

The production is pushed notably harder into studio polished than this artist usually allows.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks · 58m

01

Best Damn Fool

4:57

02

Too Many Tears

4:24

03

Lyin’ Like a Dog

7:27

04

Show Me the Money

3:08

05

Every Time I Sing the Blues

7:37

06

Out in the Woods

5:43

07

Hammer and a Nail

2:58

08

That’s My Home

2:51

09

Skin Deep

4:29

10

Who’s Gonna Fill Those Shoes

4:09

11

Smell the Funk

4:44

12

I Found Happiness

5:40

Moments Worth Waiting For

The title track's transition from a gentle acoustic opening into a soaring, gospel-inflected chorus featuring Derek Trucks' slide guitar.

Buddy's signature 'sting' cutting through the thick, funky groove of 'Best Damn Fool' to open the record.

The trading of licks between Buddy and Eric Clapton on 'Every Time I Sing the Blues', showcasing two distinct eras of electric mastery.

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