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Albert Cummings says “all you need to do is Believe” – every song is good but only two or three are great and I expect more great than good from Albert. Still, it is a more than worthwhile addition to any blues/guitar music collection
Thrilling Sean Webster Blues with Three Nights Live This is blues that you never get tired of. He and his band never disappoint, they leave you wanting more and this live album is no different. Having captured the live sound on a record we do have a solution just play on repeat.
Studio Album Laurence Jones Band states their intentions This is one of those albums where repeated listening is rewarded by hearing all those nice touches that are scattered liberally throughout. This is a very classy effort indeed, a cut above much of the competition.
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.
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.
Danny Bryant finds his Means Of Escape This is as good a blues-rock album as you are likely to hear this year. It has a darkness and yet illuminates and above all, for me at least, is an object lesson in what blues guitar is all about: a deftness of touch that can make you experience the whole gamut of emotions.
Trower addresses the reality of Coming Closer To The Day If you’re new to Mr Trower, listen carefully to appreciate the countless nuances and touches that he brings to the blues guitar. If you’re already a fan, then you will be in seventh heaven.
Jimmie Vaughan pleads Baby Please Come Home As JV has always said: “music is not about what it is labelled, but rather how it makes the listener feel”.
On a wet and windy November night in Bristol lovers of the blues knew there was only one destination The
It is upsetting when, having enjoyed someone’s body of work so much; to have listened to their latest release with
