Dennis Johnson & The Mississippi Ramblers — Rhythmland With Rhythmland, Dennis Johnson has delivered a well-thought-out, well rounded, thoroughly satifying collection of songs (9 of 10 being originals) that employ the slide guitar in all of its impressive versatility. If you are in the mood for a master musician dealing out a blend of blues, jazz, … Continue reading
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New Blues: The Nighthawks — ‘All You Gotta Do’
The Nighthawks — All You Gotta Do All You Gotta Do is the highly entertaining new album from The Nighthawks. It features 12 tracks by the award-winning blues band with the stellar line up of Paul Bell (guitar), Mark Wenner (harmonica), Johnny Castle (bass), and Mark Stutso (drums). It’s a wide-ranging collection of songs that features … Continue reading
New Blues: Delta Wires — ‘Born In Oakland’
Delta Wires — Born In Oakland Label: Mudslide Records This new album from Delta Wires is full of the big musical ideas that keep the blues genre evolving and ever satisfying. With a modern, electronic foundation, the band builds layer upon layer of expression until the song has covered more territory than seems possible in … Continue reading
New Blues: King James & The Special Men — ‘Act Like You Know’
King James & The Special Men — Act Like You Know Release date: July 21, 2017 I know a good time when I hear one. And I haven’t heard a time quite as good as King James & The Special Men’s debut album, Act Like You Know, in quite awhile. The New Orleans-based band could very easily become … Continue reading
Attention-Worthy Blues: Guitar Slim Jr. — ‘The Story Of My Life’
Guitar Slim Jr. — The Story Of My Life It was his first album and it earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Blues Album in 1989. Now, Guitar Slim Jr. has reissued The Story Of My Life—giving contemporary blues fans the chance to appreciate talent that’s been overlooked for far too long by the … Continue reading
New Blues: Steve Krase – ‘Should’ve Seen It Coming’
Steve Krase – Should’ve Seen It Coming Label: Connor Ray Music Blues harmonica virtuoso Steve Krase has released his latest album, Should’ve Seen It Coming, and it is a party of a playlist. If you need to get things going, put this disc on; it is all about ignition. The production values are up to the high … Continue reading
New Jersey Musical Cornerstone Glenn Morrow Returns To Action With A Raucous Cry For Help
The rocker from the Individuals, “a”, and Rage To Live delivers a fresh set of songs and stories from the Mile Square City on June 23rd With a new band behind him and a reinvigorated spirit, Glenn Morrow will release his latest collection of raucous rockers via Rhyme and Reason Records. The eponymous Glenn Morrow’s … Continue reading
New Jazzy Blues: Nina Massara — ‘Watch Me’
Nina Massara — ‘Watch Me’ Label: CSP Records Nina Massara teases her way through her recent album, Watch Me, with just enough of a wink to make the whole event a total pleasure. While her vocals are not impressive for their power, they are witty and winning. There’s a chance it’ll become the cocktail party CD … Continue reading
New Blues: Rory Block — ‘Keepin’ Outta Trouble’
Rory Block — Keepin’ Outta Trouble: A Tribute to Bukka White Label: New Stony Plain Records In the liner notes for her recent album, Keepin’ Outta Trouble: A Tribute to Bukka White, contemporary blues artist Rory Block writes, “More than any artist in my Mentor Series, Bukka inspired me to write new songs.” Rooted in country blues tradition, Block … Continue reading
New Blues: John Mayall — ‘Talk About That’
John Mayall — Talk About That Comprised of eight originals and three covers (from writers Bettye Crutcher, Jerry Lynn Williams and Jimmy Rogers), Talk About That effortlessly blends past and present material under one unifying voice. That voice is that of legendary bluesman John Mayall. Mayall’s new album proves, once again, why he is one of the world’s … Continue reading
