Live At The Regal  by B.B. King

Live At The Regal is a live recorded album by B.B. King released in 1965 and is considered one of the most important records in the history of the blues. The recording took place in November 1964 at the Regal Theater in Chicago, a venue with a rich history in the African American music scene. The album stands out for King's guitar technique, the dialogue he develops with the audience, and the excellent performance of the orchestra that accompanies him.

In this album, King demonstrates his absolute mastery over his beloved guitar, Lucille. His playing is economical, full of emotion, with his characteristic vibrato "speaking" to the listener. One of the strongest points of the record is the way King handles the crowd. Through small stories and jokes (stage banter), he creates an intimacy that makes the listener feel part of the evening.

In 2005, it was selected by the United States Library of Congress for permanent preservation due to its cultural and historical significance. Artists like Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, and John Mayer have stated that they studied this record note for note before their own performances. Paradoxically, B.B. King himself felt that the album was just "another night at work" and considered other recordings (such as Live in Cook County Jail) to be technically superior. However, for the rest of the world, Live at the Regal remains the ultimate guide on how the blues should be played and experienced.