B.B. King: The Essential Album Guide

LUCILLE (1968)
Key Tracks: "Lucille," "Country Girl"
Quick Take: King dubbed his axe "Lucille" around 1954 when his guitar playing became more individual and increased both the technical facility and emotional depth of his playing. Lucille became is most accomplished album to date, building on top of King's adroit playing with brass and a swagger that set the tone for '70s R&B. Lucille also found King finding his singing voice.

Lucille (MCA)