Kevin Breit
You may think of Canadian great Kevin Breit as a blues guitarist or a versatile guitarist who has backed some huge names, but there’s nothing that he—or anyone else for … Read more
Reviews
Erica Stone’s Antidote Release Party
Photos: Moments By Moser Lately it seems, diverse artists and their recordings have far different backstories than the ordinary, “Hey, let’s make a record and see if it sells” (e.g. … Read more
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
Why should Phil Spector have total dibs on the “Wall of Sound”? On The Traveler, guitar slinger Kenny Wayne Shepherd comes out burning, literally demanding attention with 10 tracks that will … Read more
Paul Weller
Paul Weller may not be a name we immediately associate with blues music, but for many years—probably from his days fronting UK mod-rock pioneers The Jam —he has had … Read more
Bryan Haraway
This is the self-titled debut from Americana, rock n’ roll leaning singer-songwriter Bryan Haraway. Recorded in East Nashville with Grammy-winner Chad Brown at the helm, the session features top-notch players … Read more
Alexis P. Suter Band
In one sense this release signals a retreat, but anyone familiar with Alexis P. Suter and her bandmates knows that “surrender” is not in their vocabulary. So, yes “retreat, no … Read more
The Texas Horns
This seems to be the year for strong blues albums that feature multiple guests. The latest entry in this mode is The Texas Horns, a trio which has graced hundreds … Read more
The Who, Madison Square Garden
Photos by Arnie Goodman The Who stepped onto the massive Madison Square Garden stage backed by a symphony orchestra, a chorale, and a mission to please the sold-out crowd: Mission … Read more
The Cash Box Kings
The Cash Box Kings bring their tenth album overall and second to Alligator. The traditional, raucous Chicago-based blues band is almost like a blues supergroup with their talented lineup … Read more
Steve Howell & Jason Weinheimer
History Rhymes* indeed, some old near-classic tracks played with a distinctive style and near-ragtime, period flourish and feeling. Steve Howell is a true US master-picker whose recent recordings have shimmered … Read more
