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Author: Barry Kerzner
Mayall is at the top of his game here. Superbly crafted and performed, it is at once earthy, elegant, and soul stirring. Listeners will wear this album out.
Jim Byrnes’ St. Louis Times, on Black Hen Music has a lot going for it. This album charms listeners, who will find it very inviting. It’s easy on the ears, and tastefully performed.
Blue Lunch Special 30th Anniversary Deluxe Addition will have listeners jumpin’ and jivin’, swingin’ and singin’. The best part of that? There’s a blues backdrop threading through all of it.
Jack White has just premiered his new video, “High Ball Stepper.” White’s new album LAZARETTO is set for release on June 9th/10th on Third Man Records.
Steve Dawson’s Rattlesnake Cage is a gift to the ears, and the soul as well. Stunning in it’s immediacy and simplicity, the music awakens the spirit.
Royal Southern Brotherhood announced via their Facebook page that they will host a night of music to benefit the ailing Walter Trout.
Tweed Funk has given fans an album chock full of enticing funk and blues that moves this sonic feast along, carrying the listener right along with it.
Becky Barksdale talks about her new album, working with Michael Jackson, being a female musician today, and working with the Blues Heaven Foundation.
The 24th Street Wailers new self-issued album, Wicked, is a huge step forward for the band. Featuring 11 new songs and two covers, this outing is 38 minutes of pure swinging blues bliss!
Live In Hamilton, distributed by Indie Pool, is living example of what a first-rate live album can be.