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This album provides varying snapshots of Chicago blues, leaving a listener hard pressed to decide on a single favorite! If Chicago blues is your scene, then ‘Slip Into A Dream’ is just the ticket.

The record was really a joy to make. It didn’t seem strained, but it did involve work, don’t get me wrong. You can’t put everything together without putting in the time.

Singer, songwriter and harmonicist, Omar Coleman, is Chicago.

This record is such a fine example of how Magic Sam mixes a perfect soul stew, seasoned with a huge helping of heart, and blues.

In his early 70s, Burns’ voice is both powerful and valid and his guitar work is flawless. You owe it to yourself to buy this one.

“… the community will band together and hold a benefit to assist with recovery, medical and other bills, and final arrangements, if necessary.”

After releasing his last couple albums on his own label, Lurrie Bell is back on Delmark Records with Blues in My Soul.

If you want contemporary and unique Chicago blues, then this album is for you. Toronzo Cannon’s John the Conquer Root on Delmark Records.

Chicago Bluesman Eric “Guitar” Davis shot and Killed

Delmark Records legend Jimmy Dawkins, who’s “West Side-styled guitar slashes and surges,” has passed away.