Sunday, March 30, 2008

"Join Hands" by The Mason Rack Band (Blues Artist from Australia)

"Join Hands" by The Mason Rack Band is a tremendous bluesy folk rock CD with a modern consciousness. The songs rely on simplicity in the arrangements to effectively allow Mason's wonderful vocals to take center stage. His rich, intimate, and breathy at times delivery reminds us of Ben Harper and has a very enjoyable quality that made us want to keep coming back to this CD to listen again and again. The songwriting on the CD is excellent as well, with relevant lyrics and memorable choruses. Highlights include the title track "Join Hands," which encompasses everything about the band's sound and features some creative lyrics. "Dust" gets extra bluesy with the vocals and some nice guitar progressions. "Friends" wraps things up in a big way with screeching vocals and an intense build. If you enjoy modern singer songwriters such as Ben Harper and Jack Johnson, you'll love this outstanding CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Monday, March 17, 2008

"The Norman Fishintackle Choir" by Jim Pulte (Blues Artist from Oklahoma(OK))

If you couldn't tell by the title, "The Norman Fishintackle Choir" by Jim Pulte is down-home swamp music. This is an album put together by professionals, both in terms of mucisianship and recording/production quality. Jim's vocals are commanding and the sound is full. with impressive horns and backing soulful singers. The songs are complete and worthy of large crowds looking for a rip roarin' good time. "Don't Let me Miss a Trick" is a pumpin' party track with great melodies and a big sound. "Both Sides of the Beat" features some great saxophone dancing around the vocals. "Never Shoula Asked My Doctor" rolls along with some fun lyrics. Grab a cold one and enjoy. If you enjoy blues, rock, or country music, you'll enjoy this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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Saturday, March 15, 2008

"The Colours of Blues" by Papasean Johnson (Blues Artist from Canada)

"The Colours of Blues" by Papasean Johnson is a swinging bar room blues album. Papasean's voice definitely has that "Old Soul" blues quality and is complemented well by his crafty guitar work and polished tone. Can't help but think of the late Stevie Ray Vaughan while listening to this one. Highlights are "Another Day," which rolls nicely, has some clever changes and features some slick steel guitar work."Sometimes I Wonder" takes you right down to the swamp with twangy rolling guitar and throaty vocals. "Jezebel" is a foot tapper with a tight little drum beat and a cool riff. If you like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robert Johnson or Eric Clapton give this CD a try.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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“Chicken Gumbo” by Lex & Joe (Blues Artist from Maine(ME))

"Chicken Gumbo" by Lex & Joe is a nicely spiced bowl of blues delight. Lyrically clever and witty, this CD has a way of leaving a deeply etched impression. "Memphis Women and Chicken" is a groovy and humorous tune that flaunts some soulful saxophone runs. Moreover, the vocals on this CD deliver the best mix of sass, attitude, and humor. Adding to the diverse nature of this album is the inclusion of some pleasantly redone cover tracks. Furthermore, the musicianship on "Ophelia" really steals the limelight. Wrapped in top notched production, "Chicken Gumbo" is as delicious as it sounds.
-Xavier and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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Sunday, March 2, 2008

"Red Dirt Road" by Stacy and the Wolf Tones (Blues Artist from Seattle, Washington(WA))

"Red Dirt Road" by Stacy and the Wolf Tones is a genuine and authentic blues rock CD. It features the beautifully weathered bluesy voice of Stacy Jones accompanied by a talented group of musicians fusing a southern house rock sound with jazzy undertones. "Big Bucks Band" will make your foot tap and also features some of Stacy's impressive harmonica work. The piano work of Beth Wulff can't be ignored on this track either."Shady Lady" is a nice little lounge blues number with powerful vocals and "tell it to'ya" lyrics. If you like soulful blues rock and heart-felt vocals, you'll enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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