November 11 release contains hits, rarities, concert favorites and previously unreleased gems, plus liner notes, ephemera and previously unseen photos. high noon n. : The most advanced, flourishing, or creative stage or period. NRBQ n. : An endlessly creative band on a 50-year high that continually amazes and delights its listeners. There aren’t many bands … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: September 2016
New Blues: Brian Langlinais — ‘Right Hand Road’
Brian Langlinais — Right Hand Road Label: Patoutville Records (Release Date: 9/16/16) This is American blues, roadhouse style, at its absolute best. What’s more, it’s roadhouse across the past century. These are timeless blues moves that stand the test of time, and in his new album, Right Hand Road, Brian Langlinais delivers them with the touch … Continue reading
Yet Another Brilliant Album From Mason Summit — ‘Gunpowder Tracks’
Mason Summit — Gunpowder Tracks (Release Date: September 16, 2016) The future looks bright for Mason Summit. At the early stages of his career, the 19-year-old singer/songwriter seems to be starting out with a maturity that most artists don’t reach until their final comeback. He shows an understanding of the power of simplicity—the kind of … Continue reading
Backtrack Blues Band — ‘Way Back Home’
Backtrack Blues Band — Way Back Home Label: Harpo Records The new release from the Backtrack Blues Band is a highly entertaining collection of mostly original tracks of traditional blues that is as heavy on musical wit as it is on satisfying guitar licks… (which is to say, very). What else would one expect from a … Continue reading
The Blind Boys Of Alabama’s ‘Go Tell It On The Mountain’ And ‘Atom Bomb’ Coming In Expanded Editions From Omnivore Recordings On Nov. 4
The last of their four turn-of-the-century groundbreaking releases, and their first-ever holiday album are both expanded with bonus tracks. Omnivore Recordings continues its Blind Boys of Alabama reissue initiative with the legendary gospel group’s Go Tell It on the Mountain and Atom Bomb albums, both slated for November 4, 2016 release in expanded editions —in … Continue reading
New Blues: Ronnie Earl And The Broadcasters — ‘Maxwell Street’
Ronnie Earl And The Broadcasters — Maxwell Street Label: Stony Plain Records inviting provocative soothing poignant cleansing give it a listen and you’ll have your own immediate reaction (it’s music that speaks to the soul) Maxwell Street, the new album from Ronnie Earl And The Broadcasters, is a tribute to both the storied Chicago street but also … Continue reading
Giulia Millanta — ‘Moonbeam Parade’
Giulia Millanta — Moonbeam Parade Singer/songwriter/guitarist Giulia Millanta has released Moonbeam Parade, her fifth solo album of original work. She is helped out by fellow Austin, Texas artists David Pulkingham, Michael Fracasso, Charlie Sexton, Howie Gelb, and Kimmie and Gabriel Rhodes. Sometimes there’s just nothing to write about when reviewing a new album. Such is … Continue reading
New Single: Paul Mark — ‘Heart Full Of Soul’
Paul Mark — ‘Heart Full Of Soul’ The song selection is a little surprising at first. I consider Paul Mark to be such a highly original artist that, for his latest recording project, his making the choice to cover “Heart Full of Soul” (originally a hit in 1965 for The Yardbirds) was a head-scratcher. At first. … Continue reading
New Bluegrass: Blue Highway — ‘Original Traditional’
Blue Highway — ‘Original Traditional’ Label: Rounder Records Release date: 9/9/16 Bluegrass supergroup Blue Highway—recently voted “Favorite Bluegrass Band Of All Time”’ by the readers of Bluegrass Today—is about to release its 11th studio album, Original Traditional. It’s an all-original traditional bluegrass record featuring the group’s new dobro player (Gaven Largent). He will join the rest of the … Continue reading
New Blues/Roots: Johnny Nicholas – ‘Fresh Air’
Johnny Nicholas – Fresh Air What an aptly named album. From it’s opening harmonica pushes and pulls, Johnny Nicholas’ latest, Fresh Air, is a breath of soul-sustaining sound. Fresh Air is a collection of 13 tracks; eleven originals and two covers. With the variety of styles offered, it easily seems like two dozen sublime songs. Whether … Continue reading
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