The Healer

01/01/1989 | Razor & Tie 

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All Music Guide Review

The Healer was a major comeback for John Lee Hooker. Featuring a wide array of guest stars, including Bonnie Raitt, Keith Richards, Johnnie Johnson, and Los Lobos, The Healer captured widespread media attention because of all the superstar musicians involved in its production. Unfortunately, that long guest list is what makes the album a fairly unengaging listen. Certainly there are moments were it clicks, but that's usually when the music doesn't greatly expand on his stripped-down boogie. The other moments are professional, but not exciting. It's a pleasant listen, but never quite an engaging one. ~ Thom Owens, All Music Guide

Track Listing

  • Track#
  • Title
  • time
  • 1
  • The Healer
  • 5:36

  • 2
  • I'm in the Mood
  • 4:30

  • 3
  • Baby Lee
  • 3:43

  • 4
  • Cuttin' Out
  • 4:35

  • 5
  • Think Twice Before You Go
  • 2:58

  • 6
  • Sally Mae
  • 3:15

  • 7
  • That's Alright
  • 4:23

  • 8
  • Rockin' Choir
  • 4:09

  • 9
  • My Dream
  • 4:02

  • 10
  • No Substitute
  • 4:07

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    Credits

    • Bonnie Raitt
    • Vocals, Main Performer, Performer, Slide Guitar
    • John Lee Hooker
    • Guitar, Guitar (Steel), National Steel Guitar, Performer, Main Performer, Guitar (12 String), Vocals


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