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
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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
New Blues: Mike Zito — ‘Make Blues Not War’
Mike Zito — ‘Make Blues Not War’ Label: Ruf Records Produced by Tom Hambridge, Make Blues Not War showcases Mike Zito at his most passionate. It’s a string of loose, in-the-moment, energetic performances of some of the most pleasurable blues you’ve heard in a long time. Pay special attention to the title track. It begins with … Continue reading
New Blues: Paul Reddick — ‘Ride The One’
Paul Reddick — Ride The One Label: Stony Plain Records Canadian blues musician who got his start playing the harmonica at the age of 12. He’s all grown up now and has added vocals and a whole lot of charisma to his list of talents. His latest album, Ride The One, is a gritty, poetic … Continue reading
New Soul/Blues: The Fabulous Thunderbirds — ‘Strong Like That’
The Fabulous Thunderbirds — Strong Like That Label: Severn Records Yes, they’re still pretty fabulous, if perhaps a tad too smooth. With their fusion of blues, rock & roll, and R&B, the Fabulous Thunderbirds popularized roadhouse Texas blues in the ’80s and became one of the most inflential bands in that subgenre. Since then, they’ve continued … Continue reading
New Blues: Colin James — ‘Blue Highways’
Colin James — ‘Blue Highways’ Label: True North Records (release date: October 14, 2016) “Colin James” is the answer to the age old question, “Do Canadians ever get the blues?” If you doubt it, then get James’ new album, Blue Highways (his eighteenth), and believe. On Blue Highways, Colin James takes us on a journey … Continue reading
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