Bayou Blood

Kenny Neal

Alligator

The fourth album from a blues artist who's been performing professionally for 17 of his 30 years. Equally talented on several instruments, he played with Buddy Guy and led a couple bands before going solo. His fluid guitar and harmonica style provides a rich backdrop for a growling baritone voice. (BB)

 

In The Here And Now

Tracy Nelson

Rounder

With her first new album in over a decade, Nelson returns with a fine collection of blues classics. Charlie Musselwhite and Irma Thomas climb aboard for a couple cuts and there's also a new version of "Motherless Child Blues" which first appeared on her 1965 debut, Deep Are The Roots . (CS)

 

Hot Music For A Cold Night

Nine Below Zero

I.R.S.

A blues band from London? What's up with that? (Especially these days.) Rory Gallagher's former bassist and drummer, Brendan O'Neill and Gerry McEvoy respectively, are on board for the long, hard ride. Alannah Miles contributes steamy vocals to the classic, "I Never Loved A Man." These guys can really cook. Yummy. (BB)

 

Noa

Noa

Geffen

She was raised in New York City yet, she's the most popular contemporary singer in her native Israel. (Go figure.) This (U.S.) debut was produced by Pat Metheny and features many of his collaborators and peers. Sophisticated pop with jazzy undertones. Listen to this with the lights down low. (CS)

 

PowerNorth Star

Space Monster

Optional Entertainment

These guys sound like old Genesis. There's nothing wrong with that. It sure beats sounding like the current Genesis. Musically and lyrically intricate, this disc is thoroughly enjoyable and highly listenable. You can order it by mail from: S.P.O.E. P.O. Box 43 Glen Mills, PA 19342. (CS)

 

Chicken Rhythms

Northside

Geffen

Optimistic, jubilant songs about real life played with an enthusiastic, youthful, abandon by this four piece band from Manchester, England. Their sound is not unlike several other groups currently invading these shores. For example check out, "Take 5" and "Weight Of Air." Their only difference is a positive attitude. (SC)

 

(SC) Stephen Curtis

(BB) Stephen Curtis AKA Ben Bland

(CS) Stephen Curtis AKA Clive Sweeney

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