"Mr. Lucky" is an album by American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist John Lee Hooker. Released in 1991, under the Point Blank Records label, it showcases Hooker's ability to perform his music across a variety of formats, ranging from solo performances to collaborations with other artists.
The album features various guest appearances from renowned musicians like Van Morrison, John Hammond, Keith Richards, Carlos Santana, and Johnny Winter, each adding unique elements to the raw, emotive force of Hooker's signature blues sound. Of note on the album is the track "I Cover the Waterfront" featuring Van Morrison, and "Crawlin' Kingsnake" with Keith Richards.
The album did exceptionally well on the charts. It reached position 3 on the Billboard's Top Blues Albums and achieved position 181 on the Billboard 200.
"Mr. Lucky" is often considered one of John Lee Hooker's later masterpieces. It not only reaffirms the impact of his rhythmically compelling boogie style but also underlines his status as an iconic figure in the blues genre. This album translates well to the modern blues audience, keeping the foot-stomping fervour inherent to Hooker's music alive, while successfully introducing the "boogie" sound to a new generation.
