Al Kooper / Naked Songs This is a domestic edition, without an obi. It has been replaced with a soft case. The booklet contains extensive commentary, English lyrics, and Japanese translations. There is some soiling on the back inlay. The album has an amazing structure, starting with a great blues song at the beginning and then returning to regular songs. This is considered by many to be Al Kooper's masterpiece, his sixth solo album released in '73. As the title suggests, it's a raw and captivating work that lays bare his inner self without pretense. The sound is simple, mainly featuring his own singing and playing, but it gives the impression that unnecessary elements have been stripped away rather than being plain. It's an album that gains flavor the more you listen to it alone late at night. It's full of great songs and performances, such as the gospel-flavored track <1> and the groovy organ-driven track <9>. But, of course, his signature song, the legendary <3>, is absolutely brilliant. Released in '72, this is his sixth album overall. It includes a total of 10 songs, including "Be Yourself" and "As Time Goes By." Borrowed.