Unlike his Delmark sets, almost everything on this set (first issued in France on Black & Blue) is a cover (only the observant "Heap See" boasts original lyrics). Still, "Barroom Preacher" stands as the Chicago guitarist's most satisfying and consistent album, as he deals out gorgeous, shimmering versions of "Little by Little, " "Cold, Cold Feeling, " and "You Don't Know What Love Is" tailored to his soaring vocals and twisting guitar riffs (ominous minor keys often play a role in his rearrangements). ~ Bill Dahl, All Music Guide
Larry Exum (Bass), Fred Grady (Drums), Bruce Iglauer (?), Bruce Iglauer (Release Coordinator), Jimmy Johnson (Guitar), Jimmy Johnson (Vocals), Jimmy Johnson (Main Performer), Gene Pickett (Keyboards), Dominque Samarcq (Engineer), Dominque Samarcq (Mixing), Bill Dahl (Liner Notes), Tom Coyne (Mastering), Dave Grundtvig (Photography), Steven Holmquist (Cover Design)
