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Hannah Wicklund and the Steppin’ Stones go eponymous she has that all-important feel. A powerful, wide-ranging third album that repays with every listen. her music will grow from this and continue to get better and better as she takes her rightful place in the hierarchy of the blues-rock world.
Albert Castiglia – paints a sonic Masterpiece The whole thing is a lyrical masterpiece as the title suggests and its rugged feel allows Albert’s guitar playing to shine. If you love true blues then this has it in spades and you will not be disappointed.
Tony Holiday & Friends sit in on the Porch Sessions It is well worth a listen and if you love old style blues with a patina of modern interpretation with blues harp and guitar featuring strongly on every track, then you will certainly love this.
Odds Lane are Lost & Found in St. Louis The Zito influence and contributions are apparent and has lifted the pair to the highest level
Modest Delbert McClinton is Tall Dark and Handsome if you want a varied, imaginative and supremely crafted mix of blues, soul and R’n’B look no further
The Jersey Swamp Cats are well fed on Go Cat Go! The energy is full-on and fun is the name of this brand of Rock ‘n’ Roll!
Zac Harmon adds heat to a Mississippi BarBQ if you like soulful and funky blues peppered with brilliant guitar then this is most definitely for you.
Malford Milligan proves Life Will Humble You If you enjoy soul played with passion, class and skill, then I guarantee you will love this.
Sean Taylor takes The Path Into Blue an album for my more introspective moments when, despite the Tobacco And Whiskey warnings, I will lie back with the aforementioned and ponder the rights and wrongs of life, the universe and everything and let Sean’s rectitude, passion and pathos wash over me.
Kenny Parker brings you Hellfire Blues Guitar This is a great album that may not break new ground, but it is chock full of quality songs and playing that take the blues tropes we revere and remodels them for today.
