[ Decca / LP ]
Release Date: Friday 16 June 2023
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After gaining a fearsome reputation on the live circuit, Mayall signed a contract with Decca who realised the band he had, The Blues Breakers (Roger Dean on guitar, Hughie Flint on drums and John McVie on bass) were red hot and they needed to be captured live.
Recorded on December 7 1964 (and reproduced here in glorious mono) at Klooks Kleek, above the Railway Hotel in West Hampstead, John Mayall Plays John Mayall was a fine debut, capturing the blues in front of an enthusiastic audience.
This re-issue faithfully replicates the original 1965 Decca Records UK mono release with gatefold sleeve and is pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl.
Side 1
1. Crawling Up A Hill
2. I Wanna Teach You Everything
3. When I'm Gone
4. I Need Your Love
5. The Hoot Owl
6. R. & B. Time: Night Train / Lucille
Side 2
1. Crocodile Walk
2. What's The Matter With You
3. Doreen
4. Runaway
5. Heartache
6. Chicago Line