John Dawson Winter III by Johnny Winter - DeepRiffs

ALBUM

The formal title and dignified cover photo of Johnny Winter’s seventh album signaled a creative growth spurt on the part of the Texas-born guitarist and singer. This 1974 set, John Dawson Winter III, leans a bit toward rock in its songwriting and arrangements, though the influence of classic blues remains pervasive. Winter’s vocals show greater expressiveness and control, particularly on the aching “Stranger” and the elegantly soulful “Lay Down Your Sorrows.” Tracks like “Raised on Rock” and “Roll with Me” bristle with swagger while displaying a radio-friendly pop edge. “Mind Over Matter” is particularly strong: a sexy, stalking tune that should’ve been a hit single. More traditionally bluesy are “Pick Up on My Mojo” (riding a churning rhythm and punctuated with seething slide guitar) and “Sweet Papa John” (slow-grinding and carnal to its core). A dash of country is introduced with the smile-inducing “Love Song to Me.” A special treat is Winter’s vigorous reading of John Lennon’s “Rock and Roll People,” a tune the ex-Beatle never released in his lifetime.

1. Rock & Roll People

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: J. Lennon; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

2. Golden Olden Days Of Rock & Roll

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: V. Thomas; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

3. Self Destructive Blues

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: J. Winter; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

4. Raised on Rock

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Composer: Mark James; Composer
Lyricist: Mark James; Composer
Producer: In Research; Production

5. Stranger

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: J. Winter; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

6. Mind Over Matter

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: A. Toussaint; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

7. Roll With Me

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: R. Derringer; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

8. Love Song To Me

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: J. Winter; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

9. Pick Up On My Mojo

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: J. Winter; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

10. Lay Down Your Sorrows

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: Cynthia Weil
B. Mann
C. Weil; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

11. Sweet Papa John

by Johnny Winter

Primary Artist: Johnny Winter; Main Performer
Composer: J. Winter; Composer
Performer: Johnny Winter; Performer
Producer: In Research; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

11 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

37 minutes and 49 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 3658x3658 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

10/11 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

4/11 tracks have synced lyrics

Genres

Pop/Rock, Arena Rock, Blues-Rock, Blues, Electric Blues, Hard Rock, Southern Rock, Blues & Boogie Rock

Label

Legacy Recordings

Music Distribution Service

Sony

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Jun 27, 1974

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

884977643763