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Outlaw Blues - Larry Miller
After picking up his brother's guitar and writing his first song, he felt his future lay in Rock music, being influenced by some of the guitar greats - Jimi Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, Johnny Winter, Stevie Ray Vaughan and…
Continue Reading »Twisted Blues Vol. 1 - Oz Noy - Special Review
Been waiting a while for the opportunity to review this utterly spectacular release. Yes, I know it's been out for some time, but it's terrific and under appreciated. Opening with Twisted Blues, Noy is joined by a who's…
Continue Reading »Guitarist Sean Chambers Steps Outside the Box to Record with First-Time Producer Reese Wynans on Upcoming "The Rock House Sessions," Due October 15
Guitarist Sean Chambers Steps Outside the Box to Record with First-Time Producer Reese Wynans on Upcoming The Rock House Sessions, Due October 15 New Album Recorded in Nashville Using an All-Star Cast of Musicians and Songwriters Extensive National…
Continue Reading »VizzTone's BMA Wish List
VizzTone's Blues Music Award Wish List! We are so proud of the artists we're working with at the VizzTone label group! Of course, the BLUES MUSIC AWARD nominators haven't made their choices yet, but If it were up…
Continue Reading »George Duke has passed - My thoughts are with his family and friends
By Jim Farber / NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images Duke played with the likes of Frank Zappa, Michael Jackson, George Clinton, Anita Baker and Regina Belle. Related Stories Frank Zappa's record label went 'From Straight to…
Continue Reading »Blueing - The Mustangs
THE MUSTANGS, who originate from Orimattila, were formed from the remnants of THE SCAVENGERS in 1981, when it’s former members Jari Aaltonen – rhythm guitar; Markku Tuominen – bass and Jarmo Tuominen – drums, teamed up with new…
Continue Reading »Experience "Indy Blues"/Two Big Planetary Blues Band Indiana Shows This Weekend
Friday, Aug. 9 - Leroy's Hot Stuff, Porter Saturday, Aug. 10 - Shoreline Brewery, Michigan City Experience 'Indy Blues': The Planetary Blues Band, three brothers hailing from Valparaiso, are out to do Indiana proud with the release of…
Continue Reading »Lightnin Malcolm To Release Rough Out There on September 10th
LIGHTNIN MALCOLM TO RELEASE ROUGH OUT THERE VIA SHAKEDOWN RECORDS ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 Solo And North Mississippi Allstars Dates Planned Across The U.S. and Europe Holly Springs, MS --- Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Lightnin Malcolm has announced…
Continue Reading »Flying Colors to release "Live in Europe" Blu-ray, DVD, CD, Vinyl & Download
Mascot Label Group has revealed the cover artwork and the Monday 14th October release date of Flying Colors: "Live In Europe" on the Music Theories Recordings Label on Blu-ray, DVD, 2CD, Limited Edition 3LP Vinyl and Digital download…
Continue Reading »Live At the Hermosa Saloon - Phil Gates - New release review
I just received a copy of Live At The Hermosa Saloon by Phil Gates and it's really tasty! Opening with Addicted to The Blues, Gates hauls out a basic shuffle with a nice swing. Supple vocals and sassy…
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