by Bman | Aug 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
I just got the long awaited Eric Gales release Transformation (CD to be released on August 16, 2011). Eric never fails to breathe fire through his guitar, whether it be a "guitar era" explosion or a riff filled blues tune. This release falls right in line. The...
by Bman | Jul 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
When people say, “Memphis blues ain’t what it used to be,” they haven’t heard the Daddy Mack Blues Band. All of its members at one time or another played in the Fieldstones, one of the most talked-about urban blues bands since the 1970s. Led by Mack Orr on lead guitar...
by Bman | Jul 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
Robert Calvin Bland (born January 27, 1930) better known as Bobby “Blue” Bland, is an American singer of blues and soul. He is an original member of The Beale Streeters[1] and is sometimes referred to as the "Lion of the Blues". Along with such artists as Sam Cooke,...
by Bman | Jul 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
This is a real solid vocal recording of original and cover tunes rooted in the blues but with heavy soul influence. There are are a few tunes that bridge the jazz arena and others like Love You Still which dig into the blues. Hope you enjoy the ride.“Like” Bman’s...
by Bman | Jun 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
Saunders Terrell, better known as Sonny Terry (24 October 1911 - 11 March 1986) was a blind blues musician. He was widely known for his energetic blues harmonica style, which frequently included vocal whoops and hollers, and imitations of trains and fox hunts.Walter...
