Backsliders - Hanoi

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2002
Time:43:14 
Size:100,5 MB 
Label:Self-Released 
Styles:Aussie Blues/Roots 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Hanoi - 3:49
 2. Wretch Like Me - 3:26
 3. The Church of Never Find Out - 3:30
 4. Thinkin' man's Drinkin' man - 4:41
 5. Black Top Road - 2:45
 6. Son of the Father - 3:18
 7. Clinging to My Culture - 4:10
 8. Train Wreck - 2:46
 9. Black Wind - 3:08
10. I Call Your Name - 3:33
11. You Got to Move - 3:13
12. Rest at Night - 4:30
13. Secret Track - 0:19

Backsliders 2011 ARIA Blues and Roots nominees and I-Tunes Australian Blues and Roots album of the year winners, Backsliders have been playing, touring the festival  circuit. 
Slide Guitarist, multi-stringed instrumentalist, songwriter and vocalist, Dom Turner, is the founding member of the group. Dom’s influences are many and varied – a blend of delta blues, piedmont blues, rock, dub and sounds of Asia. He is a highly regarded speaker on blues and roots music and has guested on ABC (Australian Broadcasting Commission) radio programs and presented music workshops at festivals and in universities (both nationally and internationally). As well as playing in the Backsliders, Dom has toured as a solo artist in the USA, playing Augusta Blues week in West Virginia in 1996 and 1998, and in early 2006, he toured Mexico with US blues greats, Del Ray and Steve James. In 2004 Dom was voted Songwriter of the Year’ at the Australian Blues Awards in Goulburn, NSW and has a sculpture in recognition of this honour at the Goulburn Visitors Centre. 
Drum and percussion virtuoso and songwriter Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil), an acclaimed name synonymous with the best of Australian music, has been with Backsliders for 12 years. As a founding member spending 25 years in Midnight Oil, Rob’s work needs no explanation- he stands as one of the world’s great drummers - now drawing on his early jazz and swamp-rock influences to produce a sound that is integral to the Backsliders 21st century blues grooves. Rob’s achievements in the music industry are many and varied including In publishing his first work of prose on Pan McMillan – ‘Willies Bar & Grill’ telling the story of Midnight Oil’s USA & Canadian tour just after September 11.
Joining Dom and Rob are two of Australia’s most innovative and dynamic harmonica players; the legendary Brod Smith (Dingoes, Brod Smith’s Big Combo) and ARIA award winning harmonica genius Ian Collard (Collard, Greens & Gravy). The 2 blues-harp dynamos play alternate gigs, each blazing his own trail to the raw energy of the Backsliders sound. It’s a furious ride – with Dom Turner and Rob Hirst doing their thing, setting the grooves and taking no prisoners, and Ian and Brod (you never know who you will get) firing-up the amps to fuel the maelstrom.
These guys are renowned for captivating live shows - an eclectic mix of blues styles moving from driving delta blues riffs and jungle-like rhythms to ‘Piedmont’ blues influenced ‘all-acoustic’ unplugged treatments of 1920’s songs by blues heroes such as Mississippi Fred McDowell and Robert Johnson.
The achievements, success and reviews over the band’s 25+ years tell it all.

Hanoi
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R.L. Burnside - A Ass Pocket Of Whiskey

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:1996
Time:41:34 
Size:95,8 MB 
Label:Fat Possum Rec. 
Styles:Blues/Electric Blues/Delta Blues 
Art:Full 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Goin' Down South - 4:49
 2. Boogie Chillen - 2:18
 3. Poor Boy - 3:38
 4. 2 Brothers - 2:16
 5. Snake Drive - 3:45
 6. Shake 'em On Down - 5:51
 7. The Criminal Inside Me - 5:53
 8. Walkin' Blues - 4:19
 9. Tojo Told Hitler - 3:01
10. Have You Ever Been Lonely ? - 5:40

Musicians:
R.L.Burnside - vocals and guitar;
Kenny Brown: -guitar;
Judah Bauer - guitar, harmonica,vocals;
Russell Simins: drums;
Jon Spenser - guitar, vocals,drums.

There isn’t a man in town with good sense who’d try to argue with Robert Palmer about chaos. “Chaos, chance, charm and luck are a primary Blues paradigm, of course, and a late-twentieth-century scientific paradigm as well. The Chaos Theory of post-relativity psychics tells us of Strange Attractors – inexplicable higher order functions that provide a kind of boundary or shape or structural dynamic for chaotic systems – and this fits R.L. as well. The essential character of R.L.’s is chaos-on-wheels; spreading sonic waves of sex and mayhem around our planet.”
R.L.’s a Strange Attractor. he’s a .999 fine. 24 karat. 180 proof. 100% pure-Higher-Order function. He’s what’s needed; and it’s about time. We need a man we can count on. count on to yell fire in a crowded theater, wave a pistol in a crowded juke.”He’s the Blues walking like a man: the living personification of a guitar moan and a back door slam.” R.L. doesn’t have time for any nonsense; his plate is full. So. close your eyes. put your arms in front of your face (if you still care) and prepare to be Burnsided into stark oblivion by A Ass Pocket Of Whiskey.”

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Blues Wire - Ongoing

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2024
Time:59:13 
Size:136,8 MB 
Label:Dry Clean Records 
Styles:Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Nobody's Fault But Mine - 4:38
 2. I Have The Same Old Blues - 2:53
 3. I Can't Understand - 4:39
 4. Down In The Bottom - 5:00
 5. Buried Alive In The Blues - 7:31
 6. Mean Old Frisco - 3:27
 7. You Belong To Me - 3:54
 8. Put My Song In Your Mouth - 7:09
 9. Look Whatcha Done - 4:25
10. Catfish Blues - 6:59
11. Messing With The Kid - 2:34
12. Prisoner Of The Blues - 5:58

The Blues Wire is a Greek blues band formed in 1983. Originally known as Blues Gang, the group released its debut album, *Dig It*, in 1984—the first blues album created by Greek musicians. In 1985, the band changed its name to  Blues Wire.ONGOING - this is an epic journey into the blues through yet another amazing release by the great Blues Wire! All the energy, the power, the melody, the true and sincere transmission of this colorful vibrant genre by a very important band, not only for the Greek but also for the wider European standards. Favorite track: NOBODY'S FAULT BUT MINE.

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Fabrizio Poggi - Harpway 61

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year:2012
Time:58:58 
Size:138,1 MB 
Label:The Blues Foundation 
Styles:Blues/Harmonica Blues 
Art:Full 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Baton Rouge, LA (Dedicated to Slim Harpo) - 4:37
 2. New Orleans, LA (Dedicated to Little Walter) - 4:34
 3. Tunica, MS (Dedicated to James Cotton) - 4:57
 4. Clarksdale, MS (Dedicated to George 'Harmonica' Smith) - 4:42
 5. Greenwood, MS (Dedicated to Johnny Woods) - 3:57
 6. Memphis, TN (Dedicated to Junior Wells) - 3:26
 7. Greenville, MS (Dedicated to Sonny Terry) - 4:56
 8. Kosciusko, MS (Dedicated to Charlie Musselwhite) - 4:06
 9. Chicago, IL (Dedicated to Paul Butterfield) - 3:28
10. Holly Springs, MS (Dedicated to Peg Leg Sam) - 4:06
11. Hornlake, MS (Dedicated to Big Walter Horton) - 4:55
12. Helena, AR (Dedicated to Sonny Boy Williamson I & II) - 4:28
13. Moorhead, MS (Dedicated to Deford Nailey) - 3:37
14. Tutwiler, MS (Dedicated to Sonny Boy Williamson II) - 3:04

FABRIZIO POGGI – HARPWAY 61 – (All proceeds from the sale of this CD have been generously donated by Fabrizio Poggi to The Blues Foundation. For more information http://www.blues.org/ and 800.861.8795.) First of all would like to apologize to Fabrizio for taking so long to write a review. Especially when I’ve had the pleasure of meeting him, and his partner this year in London @ The House Of Mercy radio station. What a lovely experience this was, a moment will saviour forever. It is an honest opinion coming from my very soul, not my heart, due to knowing him personally. Love his music, and the man. His recent albums are some of my favourites ever. And I literally mean classics, which every real music lover should own, his works are true Masterpieces. Lyrically, musically, vocally, and especially harmonically. Fabrizio is a multi talented musician, a man who lives, walks, talks, and is the blues. So why the long delay in writing. Well at the time of this recording arriving, was totally banged out with new arrivals. Let’s just say that this album is like a fine wine, and have waited for that moment in order to really sit down, chill out and listen. On first listening to this CD, admit it wasn’t what I expected. Having enjoyed his vocals so much on past albums, was left a little sad, not to hear his pleasant Cat Stevens Italian style vocals, especially his amazing lyrics, which are up there with the very best songwriters in the business. This album is an instrumental harmonica Masterpiece. Yes! Not to use the word lightly, repeat a real Masterpiece. Fabrizio is up there on a pedestal, shoulder to shoulder with some of the greatest names ever to parade the harmonica palladium. What you’re getting here is a jaw dropping performance of how this little instrument is meant to be. What’s more, love the idea of including the harmonica key to use if you wish to play along. And dare you try, l failed after only a few minutes in. Buy this album not just for the quality of playing, but also as a guide to play along to if you’re a budding player. Listen carefully, and study each and every note of true perfection. What’s more every penny of the sale goes to The Blues Foundation. Sit back and enjoy.

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Blue Tales - Blues

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:1999
Time:51:06 
Size:117,5 MB 
Label:DMG Germany 
Styles:Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Move On - 2:58
 2. Easy Way Out - 4:24
 3. The Higher Way You Climb - 3:18
 4. After All These Years - 3:58
 5. Moon over Frankfurt - 4:45
 6. Belet Huen - 4:03
 7. There Is a Time - 3:24
 8. Come On - 2:58
 9. This Heart - 3:46
10. Waitin for Someone - 4:04
11. Ride with Me - 3:02
12. Mr. Fake - 3:27
13. Straight Out - 3:55
14. Goin to the City - 2:56

Musicians:
Holger Kaiser - Guitar, Bass, Vocals;
Rolf Buers - Drums.

"Blue Tales" features two musicians performing their music without technical aids or electronic gimmicks. They tour the country year-round—every weekend and in any weather—sharing the joy of performing their retro-style music live. Their repertoire consists of catchy, heartfelt melodies and honest lyrics based on "real" stories from everyday life on our blue planet, ranging from selected oldies and numerous Bruce Springsteen tracks to fantastic original songs. Delivered in a purely acoustic style—featuring guitars and beautiful two-part vocal harmonies—"Blue Tales" are welcome guests at cultural events and music clubs, as well as private parties and celebrations. Every "Blue Tales" performance is an unforgettable experience with a fantastic band eager to whisk the audience away to another world for a few hours through their stories and unique performance style. An evening filled with wit and humor, moments for reflection, truths, and the sheer joy of playing—simply "Blue Tales"!

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Malted Milk - Time Out

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2026
Time:29:56 
Size:69,2 MB 
Label:Blues Production 
Styles:Soul/Blues/Funk/R&B 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. What A Night - 4:02
 2. I Feel Numb (feat.Marco Cinelli) - 3:31
 3. Time Out (feat.Benin International Musical) - 3:18
 4. Superchild - 2:51
 5. Don’t You Make Plans On Rainy Days (feat. Ben L'Oncle Soul) - 4:33
 6. Midnight Hour - 4:00
 7. Shouldn't Talk About It - 3:28
 8. It's Alright - 4:11

Time Out, a pause, like an injunction to suspend the course of events in order to project oneself into a more serene future, is the title of Malted Milk's eighth album. From the haunting Afro beat of the title track to the decadent boogaloo of "I Feel Numb", via the ballad "What a Night" and the funky "It's Alright" , the band demonstrates i ts mastery of arrangements, its creative ability and its talent for revisiting the soul/funk genre. As with the previous album, 1975, Marco Cinelli is back on writing and production duties, bringing undeniable added value to the band's sound and aesthetic. The live translation of this album bears Malted Milk's trademark precision, energy, instrumental talent and group cohesion. Malted Milk once again demonstrates its musical strength and affirms the special place the band occupies on the current soul scene.

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Bad Mules - In Your Stall

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2004
Time:42:41 
Size:97,8 MB 
Label:Self-Released 
Styles:Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. All Right, Ok, You Win - 3:19
 2. Mojo Boogie - 5:12
 3. Caldonia - 3:30
 4. Not My Man - 6:29
 5. Match Box - 3:53
 6. You Belong To Me - 3:54
 7. On The Run - 4:47
 8. Indian Game - 3:56
 9. Where's My Money - 4:05
10. T-bone Intentions - 3:33

For some time now—and a welcome trend it is—we have been witnessing a resurgence of female blues singers in France, such as Sophie Kay, Véronique Sauriat, and Gladys Amoros. Now, thanks to this album from a Nantes-based quartet, we discover the immensely talented Christelle Naggiar. She possesses charisma, vocal power, and a commanding stage presence, with a voice reminiscent of both Lou Ann Barton and Maggie Bell (of Stone the Crows).
This lovely brunette, with her captivating and deeply expressive voice, is a key asset to the band—but she isn't alone! She is joined by a superb drummer—Denis Agenet, formerly of Mudzilla and Oldbluesters—backed by the impassioned bassist Maxime Marchand. And as good surprises rarely come singly, there is the icing on the cake: a formidable guitarist with a vigorous, invigorating style—Felipe Grohan.
This superb lineup goes by the name BAD MULES, and they are serving up their first "wheel of cheese": *In Your Stall*. It is a delicious offering—bold in flavor, rich and creamy, and utterly appetizing! As friendly neighbors, pianist Cedric Legoff (of The Flyin' Saucers) and harmonica player Kevin Doublé (of Scratch My Back) add their seasoned touch to a few tracks.
The album features ten songs: seven covers and three originals penned by Christelle and Denis. From the energy of boogie-woogie and the spellbinding allure of swing to spirited shuffles and sultry slow blues, this record is pure bliss. Best of all, the feeling of stepping into a realm reserved for the gods only grows stronger with every track.
"All Right, Ok, You Win" sets the tone. They brilliantly breathe new life into JB Lenoir’s "Mojo Boogie." Moore’s "Caldonia" is deconstructed with a West Coast feel. With the superb slow blues track "Not My Man"—written by Naggiar—we get a true sense of each musician's strengths. A real gem! We’re back in the groove, swaying to Turner’s "Match Box." Then, the heavy, purring sound of the Windy band grabs our ears with Magic Sam’s "You Belong To Me." Next up is "On The Run"—featuring the Belle and the drummer—with its emphatic guitar work. On Billy Branch’s "Where’s My Money," the talent is immediately palpable, matched by a fierce desire to share the joy of playing together. Finally, the California-style phrasing of "T-Bone Intentions" unfolds with great finesse, wrapping up this expertly crafted ten-track set—a truly successful musical alchemy. Warm and sparkling! Highly recommended! ~ Joël Bizon

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The Big Bill & The Cool Tones - Rainy Day Blues

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:1996
Time:60:46 
Size:139,7 MB 
Label:Cool Tone Records 
Styles:Blues/Modern Electric Blues 
Art:Full 

Tracks Listing:
 1. A Real Good Woman - 4:57
 2. Pool Fool - 4:32
 3. BMW Blues - 5:17
 4. What Went Wrong - 3:13
 5. Fantasy Lady - 3:53
 6. Don't Shed A Tear - 4:41
 7. The Boulevard - 4:33
 8. Rainy Day Blues - 7:23
 9. The Money - 6:18
10. The Mood For Love - 4:19
11. I Know You're Waiting - 4:26
12. WHA Groove - 7:09

Great tunes written by veteran bluesman Bill Ganaye AKA Big Bill, Bill has played in concert with many well known acts. Most notably Big Brother & the Holding Company (Janis Joplin's Band) and Luther Tucker. This is the debut CD from one of the best blues guitarists on the scene today. From soft and velvety to hot and sizzling this cat has it goin' on.
Big Bill's debut CD "RAINY DAY BLUES" on Bill's own label Cool Tone Records is supported by some of the best sidemen in the business today. Most notably is Mark Naftalin on Piano (Michael Bloomfield/John Lee Hooker and more) and Fred Lipsius on alto sax (Leader of Blood Sweat & Tears/director of the Prestigious Berkley School of Music) also on baritone sax is Snooky Flowers (Janis Joplin's Kozmic Blues Band) Snooky is a regular member of the Cool Tones.

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Walter Baumgartner & Hannes Kasehs - Vienna Session

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2019
Time:34:26 
Size:79,6 MB 
Label:iM Walter Baumgartner & Hannes Kasehs 
Styles:Acoustic Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Blues in the Bottle - 2:43
 2. Put the Kettle On - 2:21
 3. The Railroad Work Song - 3:02
 4. Weapon Boogie - 3:32
 5. Early Morning Blues - 2:32
 6. I Got a Woman - 3:48
 7. Trouble in Mind - 2:22
 8. Stack O'Lee - 2:49
 9. Hey Baby - 3:57
10. I'll Fly Away - 2:27
11. Take out Some Insurance - 4:48

*Vienna Session* is an acoustic blues album—recorded in Vienna using traditional methods—featuring wonderful blues gems from the 1930s through the 1960s, rounded out by original compositions from the two musicians. Walter Baumgartner—a Swiss singer, harmonica player, and 2016 Swiss Blues Award winner—teamed up with his friend Hannes Kasehs, an Austrian singer and guitarist, to record this spontaneous, exciting, and blues-infused album in Vienna over the course of just a few days. Comprising nine tracks by artists such as Lightnin’ Hopkins and Big Walter Horton, alongside two original compositions, the album traces a cohesive musical arc across various blues styles—with touches of country and gospel—all performed acoustically and stripped down to the essentials..
Walter Baumgartner (vocals, harmonica) has been connected to the blues—likely before he even realized it himself—for ages. Consequently, he turned his former hobby, music, into his profession years ago. With his voice and harmonica, he captivates audiences, successfully championing this fundamental, down-to-earth, and pioneering musical style born among Black musicians in the American South.
Currently, his musical work focuses primarily on the band project "Walt’s Blues Box" and various duo formations—such as those with Acoustic Blues Drifter, Hannes Kasehs, and Michael Dolmetsch. He regularly tours both domestically and abroad with his fellow musicians. To date, he has contributed to over 23 CD productions, including 10 albums of his own. In 2016, Walter Baumgartner won the Swiss Blues Award in Basel.
Hannes Kasehs (vocals, guitar) is a passionate and brilliant blues guitarist and singer from Vienna who has spent over 20 years touring across Europe. He has shared the stage with many stars of the scene—such as John Primer (USA), Dave Myers (USA), Abi Wallenstein (DE), Larry Garner (USA), Katie Webster (USA), Louisiana Red (USA), Christian Dozzler (AT), 4some Blues (CH/A), and Norbert Schneider (A), to name but a few. He lives and breathes traditional blues music with genuine authenticity; his love for the genre is beautifully expressed through his guitar playing and vocals.

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Big Belly Blues Band - Nobody's Home

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2014
Time:59:35 
Size:137,0 MB 
Label:Chump Change Records 
Styles:Blues/Soul/R&B/Funk 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Git Sum (feat. Tmarvin Williams, Shema Bellamy & Levi Seacer Jr.) - 3:09
 2. Nobody's Home (feat. Tmarvin Williams, Freddie Hughes & Levi Seacer Jr) - 4:07
 3. The Joint (feat. Bobby Reed) - 3:43
 4. Before You Know (feat. Tootie Williams) - 3:51
 5. Big Belly Blues (feat. Tmarvin Williams) - 5:22
 6. The Hobo (feat. David Gardener) - 4:23
 7. High School Lovers (feat. Levi Seacer Jr & Rhonda Benin) - 5:27
 8. Too Much (feat. Tmarvin Williams) - 4:40
 9. One Summer Night (feat. Tootie Williams) - 4:36
10. Country Flower (feat. Tmarvin Williams) - 5:09
11. Back Here Again (feat. Tmarvin Williams) - 4:29
12. Be With Me (feat. Bobby Reed) - 5:14
13. Is It Me (feat. Paul Tillman Smith & Nicolas Beard) - 5:19

"Nobody's Home" is a 2014 album by the American blues group Big Belly Blues Band. A notable feature of the album is the inclusion of numerous guest artists. The band originated from regular Sunday evening jam sessions at the Bluesville club, located near Jack London Square in Oakland. This tight-knit blues band draws on the collective musical roots of blues, funk, R&B, and jazz. Producer Paul Tillman wrote several of the songs. The CD showcases a wide variety of Bay Area musicians. Further information can be found in the "All About The Big Belly Blues Band" folder.

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Big Al Downing - Back To My Roots

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:1994
Time:48:03 
Size:110,6 MB 
Label:Mega International Records 
Styles:Blues/Country/R&B/Rock 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Long Trucking Night - 3:19
 2. Sneaky Freaky People - 3:53
 3. Please Help Me Mama - 4:47
 4. Daddy's Words - 4:22
 5. Give A Hand To The Lady - 4:01
 6. I Always Come Back To Loving You - 3:58
 7. Everybody's Got A Dream - 3:53
 8. Don't Even Think About It - 4:18
 9. Bee Bop Cat - 3:39
10. Love's Just A Suitcase In My Hand - 4:44
11. Mama Was A Preacher - 3:04
12. Don't You Want To Go To Love With Me - 3:59

Big Al Downing on some recent recordings that hark back to his roots but prove he’s still current too. Some great R’n’R and R&B styled tracks recorded with Al’s own band. Purists were wary at first but anything Al does has that Downing magic and this is no exception.
Al Downing (January 9, 1940 – July 4, 2005), later known as Big Al Downing, was an American musician, and entertainer. Alexander Downing was born into a large sharecropping family of ten brothers and two sisters. He grew up listening to the powerful WLAC station out of Nashville where he heard R&B acts like Fats Domino (who would become his idol and biggest influence) and Joe Turner. Al developed a liking for country music as well. Gospel was another early influence ; with his father, two brothers and a sister he would often sing gospel songs. Downing's first piano, missing several keys, was found on a junk pile when he was about thirteen. That's when he started learning the instrument. A trip to Coffeyville, Kansas, in late 1956 to appear on a talent contest on KGGF-AM led to his professional career. Al played "Blueberry Hill" (Fats Domino's then current hit) and won the contest. Bobby Poe (aka Bobby Brant) heard him on the radio and asked him to join his band, the Rhythm Rockers, soon to be renamed the Poe Kats. Downing accepted, turning down a baseball scholarship offer from Kansas State University. At the live shows of the biracial Poe Kats, Al sang the 'black' Fats Domino and Little Richard numbers, while Poe took care of the 'white' Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis songs. The band then started sending out demos to record labels across the nation. The only label to show an interest was White Rock in Dallas. A four-track session was cut there in January 1958, with Downing and Poe taking the vocals on two tracks each. Al's songs were "Down On the Farm" and "Oh! Babe". Nevertheless, sales must have been few, for Challenge showed no interest in leasing subsequent White Rock singles. "Miss Lucy"/"Just Around the Corner" was picked up by Carlton Records in New York, who next sent him to New Orleans for a session at Cosimo's Studio in early 1959, with Red Tyler, Mac Rebennack and Charles 'Hungry' Williams. This resulted in the Fats Domino-styled single "It Must Be Love"/"When My Blue Moon Turns To Gold Again".                   
But let's go back to 1958. After "Down On the Farm", the Poe Kats were noticed by Jim Halsey, who was booking Wanda Jackson at the time. Halsey and Jackson were looking for a band that could play both country and rock n roll to back Wanda at gigs and the Poe Kats went on the road with her for about a year. They also backed her in the studio, during four days of sessions in April 1958, which produced Wanda's most famous rockers, like "Let's Have A Party", "Mean Mean Man" and "Long Tall Sally". Life on the road was hard in those days and by mid-1959 Bobby Poe and drummer Joe Brawley had had enough. But Downing and guitarist Vernon Sandusky carried on, relocating to Scranton, PA. 
In 1960-61, Al had three releases on the V-Tone label, of which the first one, "Yes I'm Loving You" was the best by far. Towards the end of 1961, Al and Vernon formed their own Kansoma label, on which Downing had two singles released in 1962. "Heartbreak Hill" would later be covered by Fats Domino (who recorded a total of four Downing compositions during his tenure at ABC-Paramount) and a remake of the 1957 Marty Robbins hit "The Story Of My Life" was picked up by Chess. A 1963 duet with Esther Phillips, "You Never Miss Your Water" (Lenox 5565) gave Al his first chart entry (# 73 pop). His last great rock n roll record was "Georgia Slop", a Jimmy McCracklin number, recorded in New York City on September 21, 1964. Not surprisingly, it didn't stand a chance against the British Invasion of those days. 
After this session, Downing would not record for five years, though he kept on performing, moving to soul. He returned to the charts in 1975, with a disco-styled number, "I'll Be Holding On". A 1978 move to Warner Bros brought him back to his country roots. His first two singles for the label, "Mr. Jones" (# 20) and "Touch Me" (# 18) were his biggest country hits, leading to a string of 15 country chart records over the next decade and many performances on the Gran Ole Opry. 
He was even named Billboard's # 1 New Male Country Singles Artist in 1979. Though Al was now the second most successful black country artist (after Charley Pride), he never turned his back on rock 'n' roll. Beginning in the mid-1980s, he was a regular visitor to R&R weekenders all over Europe. In 1994 he released the CD "Back To My Roots", a return to the sound of his early recordings, with "Be Bop Cat" as the standout track. In 2000, he was nominated as a member of the Rockabilly Hall of Fame and the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame. 
His final collection of new material, "One Of A Kind", came out in 2003. After battling leukemia, Downing died on July 4, 2005, in Worcester, Massachus/

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Beverly Jo Scott - Mudcakes

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:1993
Time:50:46 
Size:116,7 MB 
Label:Columbia
Styles:Rock/Blues/Blues Rock  
Art:Full 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Rip the Sack - 4:26
 2. She's Your Woman - 3:59
 3. Light That Torch - 4:18
 4. Magalie - 4:38
 5. Come to the Water - 3:14
 6. One Way Love - 3:25
 7. One Shot Shy - 3:59
 8. Chippin' and Dippin' - 3:18
 9. Make It Rough - 4:15
10. Bosom of Love - 4:15
11. Love Goes Stumbling - 4:49
12. Alabam' - 6:06

Beverly Jo Scott (born May 15, 1959), also known as B. J. Scott, is an American-born singer-songwriter living in Brussels, Belgium. Born in Deer Park, Alabama, Beverly Jo Scott grew up nearby in Bay Minette, where, as a teen, she began singing.
She moved to New Orleans, Louisiana, then to California and, ultimately, in 1982, to Europe after a trip to Brussels, Belgium, resulted in her living there. In Europe, she has regularly performed in France and Germany at festivals and large music halls. She has been developing Planet Janis, a tribute show to the late Janis Joplin. Another project she's developed is "Swamp Cabaret," a one-woman multimedia show focusing on the Gulf Coast.In June 2011, after living 30 years abroad, Scott performed in her home state at the Saenger Theatre in Mobile, Alabama, as part of a "Live at Space" concert series.In September 2011, Chickfest's featured artists included Scott, who Press-Register Entertainment described as building "a thriving career in Belgium over the last three decades, but maintains a legion of fans back home, thanks to the earthy passion of her music."
"This is one of the finest blues-rock albums I know. Some have compared Beverly Jo Scott to Emmily Lou Harris. I don't know if that's a good comparison, because on her first (Honey & Hurricans) and second album (Mudcakes) Beverly Jo Scott proves to have her own style. There are some really rocking and danceable songs as well as true ballads. The songs have been bound together by some recordings of Beverlys grandma talking to her on the phone etc. This underlines that this album is a wonderful collage scetching the southern lifestyle. My favourite songs are "Magalie" and "Alabama", both ballads full of power and feeling. I like songs that are not only clever in music, but also have a clever lyric. All of these songs fit this discription. I can only recommend this album!"

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Beverly "Guitar" Watkins - The Feelings of Beverly "Guitar" Watkins

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2005
Time:34:17 
Size:80,5 MB 
Label:Music Maker Recordings 
Styles:Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. As I Was Walking - 3:16
 2. Baghdad Blues - 3:18
 3. Right Don't Wrong Nobody - 2:17
 4. Just Make Believe - 4:45
 5. Get Out On the Floor - 3:20
 6. Sugar Baby Swing - 3:19
 7. Late Bus Blues - 3:47
 8. D Harp Blues - 3:26
 9. Melody Midnight Cruise - 2:58
10. Jesus Walked the Water - 3:47

Recorded at Cleantracks Studio in Vinemont, Alabama, these ten songs illustrate the true guitar mastery of Beverly Watkins. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on April 6, 1939, Watkins played guitar for the legendary Piano Red when she was a teenager. This  release showcases Watkins’ songwriting talent. In the album liner notes MMRF president Tim Duffy wrote, “I met Beverly when she was playing on the streets of the Underground Atlanta. She put on a tremendous show and she was obviously a star. Music Maker started booking package shows throughout the country and Beverly was a showstopper. She tore down the house at halls such as Irving Plaza, Great American Music Hall, House of Blues, Tipitina’s, and European festivals. She came up under Piano Red and cut records with him back in the 50’s and 60’s. She plays low down, hard stompin’, railroad-smokin’ blues. She’ll tell you, ‘People are impressed to see a black woman play like a man.’” The first song, “As I Was Walking (Down That Lonesome Highway)”, opens with a great R & B horn-laced energy. “Baghdad Blues”, a political tune sheds light on our country’s current situation emerges as the centerpiece of this CD. “Sugar Baby Swing” carries heavy jazz inflections. Watkins molds her sound to any style with a slow musical precision. The evidence of her talent verifies there’s no substitute for experience. “Just Make Believe”, a quiet piano waltz, is sure to attract lovers towards one another. The next song, “Get Out On the Floor” invites all good timers to shake their moneymaker while Watkins plays fiery licks on the guitar.
The jubilant “Jesus Walked on the Water” features an upbeat barbershop quartet vibe you only hear on Sunday mornings that ends The Feelings of Beverly “Guitar” Watkins. Watkins continues to play with other blues greats and Music Maker musicians such as original Ink Spot Eddie Tigner, Cootie Stark, Jerry “Boogie” McCain, and Sammy Blue. Catch Ms. Watkins live for the full effect of her guitar mastery. Until then, this batch of songs should keep you busy. Her gritty style will keep any man honest…

The Feelings of Beverly "Guitar" Watkins
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Beth Scalet - Blues in Paradise

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:1998
Time:28:02 
Size:65,0 MB 
Label:J-Bird Records, Inc. 
Styles:Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. St. James Infirmary - 3:48
 2. Blue Blue Song - 2:48
 3. Come Back Baby - 3:01
 4. Moped - 2:21
 5. Hollywood Movies - 2:52
 6. I Know You're Right - 3:54
 7. Lighthouse Blues - 3:35
 8. Blues in Paradise - 4:05
 9. Going Over Jordan - 1:33

Traditional and original blues, both acoustic and electric, featuring Scalet's dynamic vocals and famous sense of humor ("Moped Blues," "Blues in Paradise." Worth the price of the CD just for her incredible solo acoustic reading of "St. James Infirmary Blues." Beth Scalet is a veteran of the folk wars, with a unique self-developed finger-picking style and a blues-inflected soulful approach to everything. Her original songs have won numerous awards (including three different Billboard honorable mentions, among others) and her interpretations of other writers' material are among the finest you'll hear. She's a combination of wit, sizzle, soul, and conscience.

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Beggars Blue - Busting My Tail

Bitrate:320K/s
Year:2024
Time:56:35 
Size:130,3 MB 
Label:Gateway Music 
Styles:Blues 
Art:Front 

Tracks Listing:
 1. Busting My Tail - 3:23
 2. One of These Days - 3:24
 3. I Can't Turn My Back on You - 3:28
 4. What Do You Miss - 3:45
 5. At the End of the Day - 5:07
 6. Paranoia Symptoms - 4:46
 7. These Memories - 4:54
 8. Old Grumpy Man - 3:21
 9. Running Away - 4:02
10. Give Me a Chance - 2:51
11. Barrelhouse - 3:19
12. Going Too Fast - 4:24
13. I Did It All Wrong - 3:17
14. There's a Time for Everything - 3:34
15. Nobody Want's to Be Alone - 2:54

The Danish blues band Beggars Blue is made up of guitarist and singer Jan Edvard and the rhythm section of Andreas O’Carroll on guitar, Casper Bue on bass and Jan Hvingel on drums. The band has worked together and been on the road for almost 20 years.
Beggars Blue was founded in Aalborg, Denmark as the result of their shared passion for the blues. The band has since released 4 albums and established a solid fan base in Denmark and other parts of Scandinavia.
The musicians are veterans on the Danish music scene and they perform in many other musical contexts, when not on the road with Beggars Blue. Over the years Beggars Blue has performed a ton of live shows in Denmark and Norway. Among them are Skanderborg Festival, Nibe Festival, Den Blå Festival, Herning Blues/Rock Festival, Sandefjord Oktober Blues Festival, Hagan Musik Festival, and a whole lot of blues clubs.
The band’s music and signature are build upon a strong vocal and dynamic rhythms. There is a clear foundation in the blues which is blended with elements of Folk/Roots/Rock. The band leader, Jan Edvard and guitarist Andreas O’Carroll delivers the musical front with an exceptional empathy and soul, solidly backed up by Casper Bue on bass and Jan Hvingel on drums. Live, the band tackles their original compositions as well as covers that span classic shuffle and boogie blues – all delivered with the bands own signature sound combined with humorous story telling from the cold north.
Beggars Blue has released 4 albums. The releases include: “Busting My Tail” (2024)“, New Boots” (2017), “Saratoga Needs” (2007) and “Riverman” (2002), all written and produced by the band itself. On their latest album, New Boots, the band explores new and exciting directions that goes back to the roots, but at the same time is more experimental. There is a hint for the simple and the clean, but also the more raw expression. Beggars Blue has produced the album, which is mixed and mastered in the United States by Philip Dust.

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