Muddy Waters - Hard Again (Vinyl LP | EU Reissue | 1977)

Muddy Waters – Hard Again was released in 1977 on Blue Sky and marks the Chicago blues giant's triumphant comeback, produced by Johnny Winter. With James Cotton on harmonica, Waters is raw and uncompromising – with “Mannish Boy”, “Bus Driver”, “I Want To Be Loved” and “The Blues Had A Baby And They Named It Rock & Roll”.

On offer is an EU reissue of the 1977 album on Blue Sky (SKY 81853).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Blue Sky – SKY 81853
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: EU Reissue
• Country: Europe
• Released: 1977
• Genre: Blues, Chicago Blues – more in Blues

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+ (Nice Price sticker on front, some ring wear)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Mannish Boy (5:17)
2. Bus Driver (7:45)
3. I Want To Be Loved (2:22)
4. Jealous Hearted Man (4:23)
5. I Can't Be Satisfied (3:29)

Side B

1. The Blues Had A Baby And They Named It Rock & Roll (#2) (3:35)
2. Deep Down In Florida (5:24)
3. Crosseyed Cat (6:00)
4. Little Girl (7:07)

Personnel

Johnny Winter (Guitar, Producer), James Cotton (Blues Harp), Bob Margolin (Guitar), Charles Calmese (Bass), Willie Smith (Drums).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
No, according to the listing this is a EU reissue on Blue Sky.

Which songs stand out?
“Mannish Boy”, “Bus Driver”, “I Want To Be Loved” and “The Blues Had A Baby And They Named It Rock & Roll”.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Blues collection.