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Swing Suit Records artist: Mick Kolassa - Michissippi Mick - New release review
I just received a copy of the newest release, Michissippi Mick, from Mick Kolassa and it's got a lot of personality. Opening with New Beale Street Blues, vocalist/guitarist Mick Kolassa plays it easy but spunky with a nice…
Continue Reading »Swingin' Peter Gunn - I - Jimmy Nolen
Jimmy Nolen (April 3, 1934 – December 18, 1983) was an American guitarist, known for his distinctive "chicken scratch" lead guitar playing in James Brown's bands. In its survey of "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time," the…
Continue Reading »SwingNation Records artist: Danny Lynn Wilson - Peace Of Mind - New Release review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Peace Of Mind, from Danny Lynn Wilson with his blend of country, folk rock and blues. Opening with somber ballad When Will The Loving Start with it's…
Continue Reading »Swingnation Records artist: Mikey Junior - Traveling South - New Release review
I just received the newest release (March 25, 2014), Traveling South, and it's great! Opening with Traveling South, Mikey Junior shows that he's got a great voice for the blues and absolutely great harp chops and tone to…
Continue Reading »Swingsuit Records artist: Jeff Jensen - Road Worn And Ragged - New Release Review
I just received the new release, Road Worn and Ragged from Jeff Jensen. Assembling a strong cast of supporting players Jensen hits it hard right out of the chute with Brunette Woman, a blues rocker with hot harp…
Continue Reading »Swingsuit Records artist: Jeff Jensen - The River City Sessions - New release review
I just received the newest release, The River City Sessions, a live recording from Jeff Jensen and it's smokin! Opening with T-Bone Walker's, T-Bone Shuffle, Jensen steps right up on lead vocal and guitar and shows what everybody…
Continue Reading »Swirl Disc artist: Freeworld - What It Is - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, What It Is, from Freeworld and it's a horn infused party. Opening with Deeper By The Minute, Richard Cushing, lead vocalist and bass player sets the pace…
Continue Reading »SwirlDisc artist: FreeWorld - More Love - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, More Love, by FreeWorld and it's a mix of rock, soul, funk, jazz, gospel and reggae. Opening with funk rocker, Outta Sight, Richard Cushing on lead vocal…
Continue Reading »SWMAF Records artists: Dave Riley and Bob Corritore - Hush Your Fuss! - New Release Review
I just received the newest release (September 17, 2013), Hush Your Fuss!, from Dave Riley and Bob Corritore and is got a great groove! Opening with title track Hush Your Fuss!, a track right from the delta, Riley's…
Continue Reading »Sword & Cross Records artist: Stephen Anthony Gregory - Me, Myself & I - New release Review
I just received the newest release, Me, Myself and I from Stephen Anthony Gregory. This is certainly not a mainline blues release by any means but of course has blues influences. Opening With Red Light, White Light, Gregory…
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