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JE Gagne Records artist: Mike Osborn - In The Dog House - New Release review
I just received the newest release, In The Dog House by Mike Osborn and it's a cool blend of country, rock and blues. Opening with Love vs Ego vocalist, lead guitar player Mike Osborn, joined by Johnny Griparic…
Continue Reading »Keyesland Music artists: Harlem Street Singer - Empire Roots Band - New Release Review
I just received the newest release, Music from the film, Harlem Street Singer, Music by Empire Roots Band it's it's quite well done. This film and consequently this cd celebrates the music of Rev. Gary Davis. Opening with…
Continue Reading »Ruf records artist: Mike Zito & the Wheel - Songs From The Road DVD - New Release Review
I had promised a follow up on Mike Zito and the accompanying DVD to the CD that I reviewed before Thanksgiving. I finally found a spot in my schedule so here we go. The concert opens with Didn't…
Continue Reading »DAVE RAY (Koerner, Ray & Glover) "Legacy" this SUN, 12/07 on NPR Weekend Edition
DAVE RAY The late songwriter and guitarist's legacy remembered this Sunday, December 7 on NPR Weekend Edition, click here for regional air times LEGACY, a deluxe 3-CD package with 32-page booklet, is out now on Red House Records…
Continue Reading »DANNY MARKS TO HOST 18th ANNUAL MAPLE BLUES AWARDS
DANNY MARKS TO HOST 18th ANNUAL MAPLE BLUES AWARDS Performers include nominees Downchild, Joel Johnson, Steve Hill, Angel Forrest, Brandon Isaak, and Harpdog Brown Toronto, ON â Celebrated guitarist, Torontoâs own Danny Marks, is set to take the…
Continue Reading »Montrose Records Signs Gulf Coast Bluesman Brad Absher & Will Release His Label Debut CD, "Lucky Dog," on January 13
Montrose Records Signs Gulf Coast Bluesman Brad Absher & Will Release His Label Debut CD, Lucky Dog, on January 13 HOUSTON, TEXAS â Montrose Records announces the signing of blues singer/guitarist Brad Absher and an upcoming January 13…
Continue Reading »Rip Cat Records artists: Blue Lunch - Above The Fold - New Release Review
I just received the newest release, Above The Fold, from Blue Lunch and it's lush! Opening with Ain't Trying To Kill Nobody, a cool groove with cool guitar work from Bob Frank and hot sax work from Chris…
Continue Reading »Barnes & Cabasso Music artist: Cheryl Barnes - Listen To This - New Release review
I just received the newest release, Listen To This, from Cheryl Barnes and although not my primary fare, a well done jazz/blues release none the less. Opening with a jazz swinger, Like Jazz Barnes shows that she has…
Continue Reading »HAMILTON LOOMIS -- December 2014 Schedule
We hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! This December Hamilton and the Band make a quick run through TOPEKA, KANSAS CITY, MINNEAPOLIS, DES MOINES, and OMAHA...see below for details! 11/28/14 Port Arthur TX Dylan's 9:30pm 409-722-1600 11/29/14…
Continue Reading »Robin Trower confirms new album and special guest Joanne Shaw Taylor on UK tour
MARCH/APRIL 2015 UK TOUR With very special guest JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR DOVETAILS WITH NEW STUDIO ALBUM RELEASED 9th MARCH 2015 âRobin Trowerâs the British Hendrix.â â Classic Rock Presents âThe Blues Magazineâ âOne of the most influential guitarists…
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