Despite the all-star lineup, however, the star here is definitely Amanda. Like the match she holds in the cover photo, she lights the fuse vocally and confidently explodes out of the box…..cont’d!

If you need a label, call it singer-songwriter Americana or roots music. It evokes thought in its’ words and the energy of the accompanying music. The musicians make it all congeal to support Amanda’s vision. A nice change of pace……cont’d!

Eight originals and three nice covers makes for a special album that I thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend!……cont’d!

Live At Off Broadway is Brian Curran’s 3rd CD release, and it’s a keeper. Cast your line out there and reel this fine catch in……cont’d!

This is another very enjoyable outing from Jeff and his musical cohorts. Well worth a listen……cont’d!

Is Candice Ivory the last of the red-hot mamas? When The Levee Breaks: The Music Of Memphis Minnie would lead one to believe so. Ivory belts out these 12 tunes, all written by the glorious Memphis Minnie, with fire, passion, soul and arrogance……cont’d!

The powerful and moving voice of Danny Liston is the center point of this well healed collection of Southern Rock influenced music……cont’d!

Further proof of Devon Allman’s abilities as singer, guitarist, writer and interpreter of songs. An excellent album worth seeking out…….cont’d!

Devon Allman continues to produce blues-rock albums that have a wide appeal through the quality of the songwriting…….cont’d!

Once in a very rare while, a singer’s voice will stop you dead in the tracks. That’s the case with Dylan Triplett, a 21-year-old St. Louis-area native with an explosive, four-and-one-half octave range…….cont’d!

If your tastes lean towards Southern Soul played and sung with intelligence, panache and deep emotion, you should definitely pick up a copy of The Jungle…….cont’d!

Kudos to Niehaus for giving Gene Jackson the opportunity to release his first recording. He makes the most of it, using his vibrant voice and deliberate phrasing to inject love, hope, pain, and vulnerability into each track. Make a point to check this one out……cont’d!

This is a fantastic re-release, considering the nice remastering, the superb musicianship and the added tracks. These are great cuts that featured a truly legendary blues craftsman showcasing what he was all about. Most highly recommended……..cont’d!

This CD is a must for fans of old-time blues. It captures a first generation superstar at the top of his game, recorded in a manner that displayed his talent superbly. Pick it up. You won’t be sorry you did……..cont’d!

Get ready for over an hour and a half of classic Blues Piano and Guitar with Henry Townsend and Roosevelt Sykes from a reunion concert at Washington University’s Graham Chapel….cont’d!

If you are a fan of Ike and/or Tina and you don’t have these old records then this is a no-brainer. If you are just getting to know the couple it’s a good introduction to their earlier sound together….cont’d!

After a couple of songs, you can’t help but feel you are sitting on the back porch with some good friends, spending the afternoon deep in the joy of music-making. Make a point to give this one a listen…..cont’d!

 This is a promising debut disc, Jake showing that he has a range of styles at his disposal and the ability to produce original music alongside covers that no doubt appeal to a live audience……cont’d!

A lot of folks out there can play, and many can sing well, but when the songs are as strong as they are on this CD everything moves to a higher level….cont’d.

This is an impressive album from a band with which I was not previously familiar though this is their fifth album. If, like me, you like variety, then do seek out this album which repays repeated listening…….cont’d.

There is a lot to like about Heavens To Betsy. This is blues-based Southern Rock as served up by the likes of the Allman Brothers, Hank Williams Jr. or Blackfoot. If that’s your bag, you’ll definitely want to check out Jeremiah Johnson.
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Johnson is an impressive guitar player, but equally as important, he seems to have a natural ability to perfectly place tasteful solos. He seems to be at the top of his game with this album, and the recent nomination earned by Hi-Fi Drive By is certainly well-deserved.
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All in all a fine showing by Jeremiah Johnson and his more than able crew. The music encompasses blues, blues-rock, R&B and maybe a bit of country swagger in the vocals to come up with a truly pleasing sound. The rhythm section provides a strong foundation for the guitar and sax display. This is grade ‘A’ primo stuff..
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By gosh, Jeremiah and his power trio have done it again. While expounding on the dire situation they offer a beacon of hope through their musical diversity. Dang these guys can sure play. You can’t get out to a concert but this is a close second. Crank this puppy up……cont’d.

His music sounds far closer to traditional American blues than many of his contemporaries. “St. Louis Times,” subtitled “Songs From and About St. Louis”, features twelve pristine selections – four originals and eight covers (naturally including W.C. Handy’s “St. Louis Blues”.)……cont’d

What I heard and felt blew my head off. It was hardcore Texas blues, a bit jagged and full of passion…..cont’d!

Thanks to Alligator and Bruce Iglauer for bring these tunes to us to enjoy. This is some of Johnnie Johnson’s best stuff and it deserves to be heard!….cont’d!

With top notch production from Bob Walther and engineering by Chis Turnbaugh at Sawhorse Studios in St Louis, Signs Of The Times is an uplifting and positive release. Warmly recommended…..cont’d!

With a sound that’s halfway between the Holmes Brothers and the Phantom Blues Band, the Kingdom Brothers are a five-piece unit out of St. Louis that simply smoke with a traditional, yet totally modern electric sound……cont’d!

The nine funky originals and three covers in this stellar set are certain to launch her into the stratosphere where she belongs!….cont’d!

One of the finest country blues artists you will ever hear. If you like slide guitar and country blues, you owe it to yourself to check out Rusty Nail. There is some magical stuff on here…..cont’d!

help! I need some GOOD BLUES! is a fine sampling of blues, rhythm and blues, and just a little touch of jazz…..cont’d!

Roland Johnson is the real deal, bonafide, time served Soul and Blues man. Beautiful production and composition bring to life a new breed of soul from St Louis!…..cont’d!

Shows a wide range of styles with soul (Southern and urban), rocking blues, solo piano, traditional acoustic blues and 20’s style jug bands all represented….cont’d.

If you’re looking for some great St. Louis music to set your head straight for the New Year, the Blues Society latest release, 18 IN 18, is the tonic you need…..cont’d.

Tony Campanella has been playing guitar in St Louis for years but this is his first national CD release. A mix of blues and blues-rock, Tony has delivered a debut which should appeal to a wide audience.…..cont’d.

This is a solid album done by a very good band. The songs are all originals and the vocals are well done. These guys are professionals and deliver a nice set of tunes for listeners to enjoy..…..cont’d.