'Muddy Waters At Newport 1960' was recorded live at the Newport Jazz Festival. Waters was backed by a band including Francis Clay, Otis Spann, James Cotton, and Pat Hare.
In 2003, the album was ranked number 348 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The album is also listed in The Rough Guide to Blues 100 Essential cds.
Remastered in 2001, and issued with 3 bonus tracks.
