Johnny Winter / American Tour 2011 Capitol Theatre Clearwater Florida (1CDR)

01 Intro
02 Hideaway (with drum solo)
03 Sugar Coated Love
04 She Likes To Boogie Real Low
05 Good Morning Little School Girl
06 Got My Mojo Workin'
07 Johnny B. Goode
08 Blackjack
09 Tore Down
10 Lone Wolf
11 Don't Take Advantage Of Me
12 Red House
13 Bony Moronie
14 It's All Over Now
-(encore)-
15 Dust My Broom
16 Highway 61 Revisited

Personnel:
Johnny Winter (guitar, vocals)
Vito Liuzzi (drums, vocals)
Paul Nelson (guitar)
Scott Spray (bass)

This release captures a live performance from Johnny Winter's 2011 US tour, recorded on February 17, 2011, at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, Florida. Johnny had previously suffered health issues severe enough to prevent him from even holding a guitar—sparking persistent rumors about his condition—but he made a remarkable recovery, eventually realizing his long-awaited first tour of Japan in April. He has been touring the world since the previous year, backed by a supporting guitarist and band. Listening to Johnny's performance on this recording, one is deeply struck by his incredible guitar work—confirming that he is truly amazing—and by the enthusiastic welcome he receives from the audience. The crowd is fired up, with cheers of "We love you, Johnny" ringing out between songs. The setlist, blending tracks from his 2004 album *I'm A Bluesman* with classic hits, keeps the listener thoroughly captivated. While his playing may lack the razor-sharp edge of his 1980s performances, his deeply ingrained blues sensibility and taste naturally shine through in his guitar solos. It is a fantastic, high-energy show that makes you want to move to the rhythm instinctively. Regarding sound quality: although it is an audience recording, it was captured in a small hall, resulting in a very direct sound that makes you feel as if you are right there in the venue. The balance between instruments is excellent, providing a clear, immersive live atmosphere.