B.B. King: Blues Summit
Synopsis
Inspired by the 1993 Grammy-winning album, this historic meeting of superpowers stars the King of the Blues performing duets with a pantheon of fellow legends: Ruth Brown, Albert Collins, Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Irma Thomas and Joe Louis Walker. Interspersed with exclusive interviews, it's an inspired and unprecedented gathering of blues greats that may never be equaled. The performances include B.B.'s signature song, "The Thrill Is Gone," and "Playin' With My Friends," which was penned by Robert Cray just for The Blues Summit. Best of all, with this home video, you sit right on stage where you don't miss a beat.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve Purcell
- Original Title
- B.B. King: Blues Summit
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve Purcell
Antony Payne
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Steve Purcell
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Antony Payne
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What is B.B. King: Blues Summit about?
Inspired by the 1993 Grammy-winning album, this historic meeting of superpowers stars the King of the Blues performing duets with a pantheon of fellow legends: Ruth Brown, Albert Collins, Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Irma Thomas and Joe Louis Walker. Interspersed with exclusive interviews, it's an inspired and unprecedented gathering of blues greats that may never be equaled. The performances include B.B.'s signature song, "The Thrill Is Gone," and "Playin' With My Friends," which was penned by Robert Cray just for The Blues Summit. Best of all, with this home video, you sit right on stage where you don't miss a beat.
Who directed B.B. King: Blues Summit?
B.B. King: Blues Summit was directed by Steve Purcell.
Who stars in B.B. King: Blues Summit?
The principal cast of B.B. King: Blues Summit includes B.B. King, Ruth Brown, Joe Louis Walker, Buddy Guy, Albert Collins.
When was B.B. King: Blues Summit released and how long is it?
B.B. King: Blues Summit was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 55m.