by Bman | Sep 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
George Bisharat, known on stage as Big Harp George, has carved out a unique spot in the modern blues scene as a master of the chromatic harmonica. While most blues players stick to the smaller diatonic harp, he leans into the complex chromatic model to build a smooth,...
by Bman | Jul 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
Guitarist, vocalist and songwriter D.K. Harrell, one of the most formidable young stars of the current blues resurgence, sounds like no one else on the scene today. With his stinging, single note string bending, deep soul vocals, and attention grabbing original songs,...
by Bman | Jul 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Young Rell, by Harrell Davenport, and it's hot! Opening with Chicago Style shuffle, Tomorrow, Harrell Davenport on harmonica, guitar and vocal evokes early Muddy Waters with plenty of grit and spunk....
by Bman | Jul 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Blues Collar, by Chris O'Leary and it's a huge bite of Chicago style blues. Opening with shuffle, Bad Decisions, Chris O'Leary on vocal and harmonica sets a romping pace with crisp piano work by...
by Bman | Jun 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Come To Me, from Carmen Ratti Band featuring Jill Dineen and it has a cool groove. Opening with No Delusion, a slinky track with a well woven rhythm backing, Jill Dineen on vocal really holds tight on...
