Cold Shot! – The Johnny Otis Show Featuring Mighty Mouth Evans* & Shuggie Otis – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Cold Shot! stands as a jubilant testament to the enduring heartbeat of blues in the 1970s. Led by the legendary bandleader Johnny Otis, this album is a spirited family affair—spotlighting the prodigious talents of his son, Shuggie Otis, whose guitar work here bristles with youthful inventiveness and soul. Mighty Mouth Evans’s powerhouse vocals cut through each arrangement, lending grit and theatricality to tracks that feel both classic and defiantly modern.

Unlike many blues records that rest on tradition, Cold Shot! brims with a sense of urgency and flair, capturing the communal energy of Otis’s storied live shows. The interplay between Shuggie’s guitar, the punchy horns, and driving rhythm section makes every song pop with color and character. There’s a palpable sense of fun, but also reverence for the genre’s deep roots. For collectors, this album offers not just a snapshot of a particular era, but a cross-generational dialogue—one that bridges the gap between vintage R&B, electric blues, and early funk. It’s essential listening for anyone hungry for authenticity, groove, and a dose of musical history pressed into vinyl.

Track List:
A1 – The Signifyin’ Monkey –
A2 – Country Girl –
A3 – I Believe I’ll Go Back Home –
A4 – High Heel Sneakers –
A5 – Sittin’ Here All Alone –
B1 – C. C. Rider –
B2 – You Better Look Out –
B3 – Goin’ Back To L.A. –
B4 – Bye Bye Baby (Until We Meet Again) –
B5 – Cold Shot –