Roy Buchanan – Loading Zone (1977) LP

Roy Buchanan (September 23, 1939 - August 14, 1988) was an American guitarist and blues musician. A pioneer of the Telecaster sound, his work is said to stretch the limits of the electric guitar. Buchanan worked as both a sideman and solo artist and had with two gold albums early in his career.

Buchanan has influenced many guitarists, including Gary Moore and Jeff Beck; Beck dedicated his version of "Cause We've Ended As Lovers" from Blow by Blow to him.

The album cover was taken inside Pete's Tavern in New York City near Union Square at the northeast corner of Irving Place and 18th Street. (129 East 18th Street)
As the sign says, Pete's is the oldest continuing operating tavern in New York City and was opened in 1864 - during the Civil War.