His Best (Little Walter album)

His Best is a compilation album by blues harmonica player Little Walter, released in 1958 on the Chess Records label. It primarily features tracks originally released as singles between 1952 and 1958, showcasing some of his most popular and influential recordings. The album is considered a cornerstone of Chicago blues harmonica and a significant entry point for listeners interested in Little Walter's music.

Key tracks include "Juke," "My Babe," "Off the Wall," and "Blues with a Feeling," many of which became blues standards. The tracks highlight Walter's innovative harmonica playing, characterized by amplified tone, complex phrasing, and the use of techniques like bending notes and overblowing.

His Best has been reissued several times over the years and remains a vital part of Little Walter's discography and a testament to his impact on blues music.