Al Kooper: The Blood, The Sweat And The Tears
Johnny Black, Rock'n'Reel, February 2007
"...ALMOST NO one alive has lived as much rock 'n' roll history as Mr. Kooper in his assorted lives as performer, producer, sideman, songwriter, author, talent scout, enthusiast, critic and muse..." New York Times - July 3, 2005
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