Jeff Beck – Truth (1968)

Jeff Beck’s “Truth” is a landmark album in the history of rock music. Released in 1968, it features some of the most influential guitar work of all time, as well as powerful vocals and a tight rhythm section.

Here is a track listing of the album:

Shapes of Things
Let Me Love You
Morning Dew
You Shook Me
Ol’ Man River
Greensleeves
Rock My Plimsoul
Beck’s Bolero
Blues De Luxe
I Ain’t Superstitious

The album opens with “Shapes of Things,” a cover of the Yardbirds’ classic song that showcases Beck’s masterful use of distortion and feedback. “Let Me Love You” is a slow blues number that features the soulful vocals of Rod Stewart.

“Morning Dew” is a haunting, melancholic track that builds to a powerful climax, while “You Shook Me” is a driving blues number with a memorable riff. “Ol’ Man River” is a showcase for Beck’s improvisational skills, as he takes the classic song on a wild, psychedelic journey.

“Greensleeves” is a delicate, acoustic number that provides a brief respite from the album’s heavier tracks. “Rock My Plimsoul” is a high-energy rocker with a catchy chorus, while “Beck’s Bolero” is a guitar-driven instrumental that features a memorable riff and a dynamic rhythm section.

“Blues De Luxe” is a slow, moody blues track that showcases Beck’s ability to play with nuance and feeling. The album closes with “I Ain’t Superstitious,” a driving blues number with a memorable guitar riff and powerful vocals from Stewart.

Overall, “Truth” is a classic album that still sounds fresh and innovative more than 50 years after its release. It’s a must-listen for fans of classic rock and blues, and a testament to Jeff Beck’s status as one of the greatest guitarists of all time.

 

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