Author: Phil Solomonson
An impressive vocal range paired with emotion is just the start. His guitar chops match anyone playing the blues circuit — all fused with humor, expression, banter and unbound energy working the crowd across the stage.
According to Jackson in a recent phone interview this release “is very story-oriented” being “an archival piece about the culture and the story, as we know the blues.” The idea is that “the musician, accompanist should always follow the storyteller.”
Steve (The Deacon) Hunter’s new 10-track CD release is one part covers and one part originals. In total, a great showcase of his arranging skills and guitar prowess.
“I’m soon approaching 40 years of playing on the Chicago blues/music scene. Hard to believe.”
“It was like some sort of sign. You’re gonna sing now, buddy!” Interview with Steve Hunter, who reflects on how his latest album unfolded.
Steve (The Deacon) Hunter’s new 10-track CD release is one part covers and one part originals. In total, a great showcase of his arranging skills and guitar prowess.
The band displays a varied compositional range that keeps the album engaging.
“It’s fascinating looking at how meanings and uses of blues music change in different times and different places and going into the future.”
The vamping rhythm of “Sharecropper’s Son” was the building groove that revved the enthused audience.
The band displays a varied compositional range that keeps the album engaging.