by Bman | Nov 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
BLIND PIG SIGNS JIMMY VIVINO! Leading American roots music label Blind Pig Records has announced the signing of Jimmy Vivino and the Black Italians. For the recording sessions Vivino will reunite his R&B influenced band The Black Italians for two shows...
by Bman | Oct 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
"Little Walter Jacobs was one of the best singers of the blues and a blues harp player par excellence" - Keith Richards "Little Walter was a very, very powerful influence on me" - Eric Clapton Blind Pig Records has announced a live recording date for a special tribute...
by Bman | Oct 16, 2012 | Uncategorized
MAGIC SLIM & THE TEARDROPS “Bad Boy” “His growling vocals have the fire and brimstone of a Young Lion and his guitar playing is still as razor-sharp as it was when he turned pro in the ‘50s.” - All Music Guide DEANNA BOGART “Pianoland” “The kind of pop/jazz...
by Bman | Oct 10, 2012 | Uncategorized
I just got the chance to review the new release, Fire Red Moon, by Craig Chaquico (to be released on October 16, 2012). Chaquico, once the fiery guitar sound of the Jefferson Starship, has spent the past few decades forging his way as a smooth jazz solo artist. This...
by Bman | Oct 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
NICK CURRAN PASSES AWAY AT AGE 35 Guitarist, songwriter and vocalist Nick Curran passed away on Saturday, October 6th, at his home in Austin, Texas, it was announced by his management. He was 35 years old. Curran was a powerhouse performer who drew...