Ric Harris and The Heat Merchants, Along The Avenue Review

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Ric Harris and The Heat Merchants, Along The Avenue Review by Seamus Fitzpatrick Ric Harris and The Heat Merchants’ new album, Along The Avenue, carries the listener on a journey steeped in blues tradition but infused with personal expression, innovation, and rich influences from Harris’ musical background. With roots reaching deep into the Chicago blues scene, … Read more

Katie Henry, Get Goin’ Review

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Katie Henry, Get Goin’ Review Katie Henry’s musical journey showcases a dynamic blend of Americana, blues, and electric blues, culminating in the release of her latest album, Get Goin’, on February 23, 2024, under the Ruf label. Her career, beginning with performances in New York’s blues clubs and leading to significant recognition, demonstrates her evolution as … Read more

Robert Finley, Black Bayou Review

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Robert Finley, Black Bayou Review Robert Finley’s album Sharecropper’s Son grabbed my attention back in 2021, and his latest work, Black Bayou (2023), provides a deeper understanding of his evolution as an artist. Finley’s journey from a self-taught musician who began crafting songs at a young age to a soulful, versatile artist under the production of Dan Auerbach is … Read more

Ashley Sherlock, Just A Name Review

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Ashley Sherlock, Just A Name Review Ashley Sherlock’s debut album, Just A Name, was released by Ruf Records on June 16, 2023. Emerging from Manchester—a city renowned for its influential bands—Sherlock carries the weight of musical history on his shoulders. Far from being constrained by tradition, he propels blues-rock into the contemporary scene. Backed by a … Read more

Cookin’ On 3 Burners, I’m Comin’ Home To You Review

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Cookin’ On 3 Burners, I’m Comin’ Home To You Review Cookin’ On 3 Burners and Stella Angelico: Crafting Timeless Soul Australia’s musical heavyweights, Cookin’ On 3 Burners, are once again setting the scene alight with “I’m Comin’ Home To You.” With a rich amalgamation of vintage vibes and 21st-century soul, this track shows the band’s … Read more

Samantha Fish, Death Wish Blues Review

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Samantha Fish, Death Wish Blues Review Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton’s Death Wish Blues: A Modern-Day Blues Odyssey Death Wish Blues, Samantha Fish’s collaborative project with Jesse Dayton, is a bluesy tour de force, a cyclone sweeping through the genres of rock, country, and traditional blues. Think of it as a blues album with a … Read more

Henrik Freischlader, Recorded by Martin Meinschäfer II Review

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Henrik Freischlader, Recorded by Martin Meinschäfer II Review Henrik Freischlader returns with his latest blues rock album, Recorded by Martin Meinschäfer II. The album brings to light thirteen new songs and is a continuation of his last album, with Freischlader being a multi-instrumentalist; he performed almost all the instruments himself. In addition, Hammond organist and keyboardist Moritz … Read more

Keb’ Mo’, Good To Be Review

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Keb’ Mo’, Good To Be Review Keb’ Mo’ (Kevin Roosevelt Moore) is a blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter who is a five-time Grammy Award winner. The moniker “Keb Mo” was coined by his original drummer, Quentin Dennard, and picked up by his record label as a “street talk” abbreviation of his given name. His music … Read more

Debbie Bond, Blues Without Borders Review

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Debbie Bond, Blues Without Borders Review Debbie Bond is a blues guitarist, songwriter, and singer based in Tuscaloosa. Bond has performed with many blues royalty, from Johnny Shines to Eddie Kirkland, Little Jimmy Reed, Shar-Baby, Carroline Shines, and Willie King. Performing through rural Alabama and the Muscle Shoals in her youth, Bond eventually formed her … Read more