Blues CD Reviews 1-22-05
Dion -- "Bronx in Blue" (The Orchard/Dimensional Music) AYes! This is the same guy who did "The Wanderer" and "Runaround Sue" in the '60s! SHUT MY MOUTH if he doesn't apply original feel and soulfulness to the genuine acoustic blues, pulling them off with cajones using only acoustic guitar, his great voice, and drums. This guy has a clear mastery of rhythm and nuance. I was completely taken off guard by this disc. It's good! Just about everything is suitable for any mix. Enjoy.
Tom Hunter -- "Here I Go Again" (FS Music) C-
Not recommended. Pianist of some expertise, but nothing that interesting in vocal and musical delivery.
Ricky Paquette -- "Early for the Show" (Preservation Music) B
This is a kickin' blues disc from a 15 year-old Canadian guitar wiz. He's heavy on the testosterone blues with distortion, wah-wah, and LOUD, but he can play the wazoo outta that axe, and his voice, though pubescent in quality, has the chops that maturity will hone. A cross between SRV and ZZ Top, the kid will probably explode the first time he gets a date. Nothing here too great for morning mix.
Lee Rocker -- "Racin' The Devil" (Alligator) B+
The flames on the disc cover just about say it all. This self-produced CD by the bass player for the Stray Cats lives up to the Link Wray/Cats idea of booty kickin' rockabilly. All songs but one are fast with included nods to the Cats ("Rock This Town") and Carl Perkins ("Say When"). On fire rockin with a stand out "Rock Harder." Not suitable for morning mix.
Saffire: Uppity Blues Women -- "Deluxe Edition" (Alligator) B+
A collection of some of the group's best tunes over the years. Some real gems, the usual portion of men-bashing variety numbers, humor, and some genuinely good blues (especially Ann Rabson's delicious piano touches). There are more keepers on this disc than usual and it makes a nice meal for the ears. Some of the blues are a bit over the FCC edge and not suitable for careful radio play.
posted by Cathi N @ 10:05:00 AM
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Okay so I don't know what year it is....this is 2006!
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