Browsing: Provogue Records

The state of Texas is known for its fiery blues guitar players, and Lance Lopez’s furious fretboard mastery encapsulates that sound.

Don’t let the cover of the album fool you. Although these three guys are having fun, they are not playing around.

She has the insight of Billie Holiday. Her voice has the power of Janis Joplin and the strength of Etta…

Forget the milk and bread; bring home a copy of “Heal My Soul” ASAP. Do not pass Go. Do not collect $200. Buy a copy for someone you care about.

“Let Love Show the Way” is without question one of the finest blues rock albums released in years. Pick it up now!

Get the first song of Walter Trout’s new album Battle Scars, “bristling energy, unflagging virtuosity”, chronicling his horrific battle with (and ultimate triumph over) liver failure.

Schofield’s playing is right on the money, with fine tone, and feel throughout. The band does an excellent job, not just backing him, but as active, integral contributors to the success of these performances.

Popa Chubby Gives Us “Universal Blues Breakdown” and it does not disappoint. The album is well produced, and has a very good mix, giving the sound a clear, in-your-face immediacy. Very sweet indeed.

What we really liked about this album is the fact that Dykes pays tribute without ripping off the originals or reproducing them note-for-note. (And why should he?) The album is lively, raw, and definitely has that Texas garage jam feel, and tone. The players do a fine job of keeping you right on the edge of explosion, without betraying the raw elegance of the music. This is an exceptional album!