| Last Night | ||||
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| Released | 1973 | |||
| Recorded | 1973 | |||
| Studio | Chicago | |||
| Genre | Blues | |||
| Length | 36:40 | |||
| Label | BluesWay BLS 6079 | |||
| Producer | Al Smith | |||
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Last Night is an album by blues musician Carey Bell released by the BluesWay label in 1973. [1] [2]
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [3] |
The AllMusic review by Bill Dahl stated: "Nothing flashy or outrageous here, just a meat-and-potatoes session produced by Al Smith that satisfyingly showcases Bell's charms ... backed by a combo that boasted a daunting collective experience level". [3]
All compositions credited to Carey Bell except where noted
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