Jerimiah Marques & The Blue Aces - This Is Hip!

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2002
Time: 49:58
Size: 114,6 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. This Is Hip - 3:41
 2. Ring Around My Heart - 5:13
 3. Let Me Explain - 3:25
 4. Gypsy Woman - 5:01
 5. I'm Ready - 3:14
 6. Stockyard Blues - 4:15
 7. Blue Coat Man - 3:51
 8. Oh Yeah - 3:41
 9. Crawling Kingsnake - 2:45
10. Call My Job - 5:33
11. Screaming & Crying - 6:07
12. I've Got My Brand On You - 3:08

Classic album from The Blue Aces, first released in 2002.
Featuring the Blue Aces line-up of Lewis Fielding (guitar), Laurie Garman (Harmonica), Pete Nash (Piano) and Mike Thorne (drums).
Special guests include Big Joe Louis (guitar), Ian Jennings (double bass), Raul de Pedro (guitar), Fred P.G. (guitar), Graeme Turner (saxophone) and West Weston (harmonica).
Limited-edition CD available direct from the Blue Aces at concerts.

This Is Hip!

Dick Oatts - All of Three

Bitrate: 224K/s
Year: 1997
Time: 55:08
Size: 88,6 MB
Label: SteepleChase
Styles: Mainstream Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Barnacle Bill (Dick Oatts) -  6:10
 2. Gumbo G (Dick Oatts) -  7:17
 3. Single line (Dick Oatts) -  4:32
 4. In love & memory (Dick Oatts) -  6:59
 5. On dominant (Dick Oatts) -  8:14
 6. In light of (Dick Oatts) -  4:11
 7. Alone together (Arthur Schwartz) - 11:11
 8. Break take (Dick Oatts) -  6:30

Dick Oatts is one of the latest addition to SteepleChase exclusive recording artists’ list. He has been one of the most sought after saxophone players on the New York scene in the past twenty years. He started out with the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra and played with, among others, Red Rodney, Bob Brookmeyer, Sara Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald. There will be many more recordings to come from this extraordinary artist.

All Of Three

U-Nam - Surface Level

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 59:48
Size: 137,3 MB
Label: Skytown Records
Styles: Jazz/Smooth Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Going for Miles - 5:04
 2. Groove Paradise - 4:04
 3. Back in Style - 5:36
 4. Mary Jane (All Night Long) - 5:32
 5. Plus de Funk! - 5:40
 6. Spice of Life - 3:43
 7. Surface Level - 5:25
 8. West Indeed - 3:58
 9. The Sound of Music - 6:27
10. Cool Blue - 5:35
11. The Sound of Music (Extended Version) - 8:38

Billboard Chart-Topper Jazz Artist U-Nam is back with a brand new album “Surface Level”. U-Nam says: "I’m very excited about this new album and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I’ve enjoyed writing it and recording it. The album has a mix of everything I love, Funk, Smooth Jazz, Soul and a little bit of new influences.
I had the help of my usual team and friends on this album, plus some new faces:
Shannon Kennedy (Sax,Flute), Dwayne “Smitty” Smith (Bass), Denis Benarrosh (Percussion), Ramon Yslas (Percussion), Fran Merante (Drums), JFly (Drums), Bill Steinway (Piano), Christian Martinez (Trumpet), Maria Grig (Violin & Alto), Raymond Gimenes (Strings Arrangement), Kim Chandler (vocals) & Tim Owens (Vocals), but as well my very good friend Bob Baldwin, and my new “Protégé” and Skytown Records new artist Valeriy Stepanov."
Guitarist U-Nam has earned a deserved reputation for strong up-tempo groove driven Smooth Jazz. ‘Surface Level’ will consolidate that rep. His playing is clean and crystal clear – you can hear the influence of George Benson in it. Tunes such as the infectious ‘Going For Miles’ and upbeat ‘Plus de Funk’ groove nicely. ‘Surface Level’ is another catchy piece. Covers of Dayton’s ‘Sound Of Music’ and the Mary Jane Girls ‘All Night Long’ add familiarity to the set and are rendered tastefully.
Born and raised in Paris / France, U-Nam began playing the guitar at age 12, and studied for three years at the Paris-based CIM – the ?rst European school for jazz – between 1986 and 1989. At age 19
he turned professional, becoming a ?xture at Paris studio sessions. Well known throughout Europe and the US as a musical trendsetter and innovative player in Instrumental Music, Soul, and R&B, Emmanuel “U-Nam” Abiteboul has more than earned his reputation as a virtuosic guitarist and producer. Since his move to the US from Paris, France in 2007, Guitarist U-Nam has had the opportunity to perform, record and produce several of the top artists in the Smooth Jazz, R&B, and Soul genres. He has traveled throughout the US at events and Festivals including the Catalina JazzTrax Festival, Jazz on the Green, the JazzTrax Big Bear Festival, the Dave Koz and Friends Cruise et al. His performances extend outside of the US, he will be performing in February 2010 at the Dubai Jazz Festival. Originally a renowned producer, U-Nam has worked with a number of International Artists including Barry White, Kool & the Gang, Honeyz, Louis Fonsi, and MC-Solaar, earning him several Gold and Multi-Platinum records. In 2007, he established himself as a prominent solo artist with the release his sophomore album, “Back from the 80s” which included the #1 hit “Street Life”. “Street Life” stayed in the Top Three on the US Billboard Charts for three months and the Top Ten charts for an entire year. In 2008, U-Nam signed with the prestigious guitar manufacturer, Ibanez. In their 2009 product catalog, he was honored with a double page feature alongside legendary guitarists George Benson, Pat Metheny, and John Sco`eld. U-Nam has three album releases as a solo artist. “The Past Builds the Future” (2005) was #2 on SolarRadio UK (the largest soul radio station in the UK). The album had signi?cant radio airplay in Europe and made it into the Top 47 on the US charts. “Back from the 80s” (2007) was the number one album of the year on Jazz FM, Steve Quirk’s Fusion Flavours, as well as a #1 on the US Billboard Charts. His latest release “Unanimity” (2009) has reached the Top 30 on the US Billboard charts with his hit single “Shine On”. In recent months, U-Nam has been hosting a successful jazz series entitled the “One-Soul Jazz Series” at the Cellar in Long Beach, California. The series has included popular Smooth Jazz Musicians such as Gregg Karukas, Michael Paulo, Tom Braxton, Kim Waters, Gail Johnson, and
Greg Adams. He was also considered for the 2009 Grammy’s in three categories including Best Improvised Solo and Best Pop Instrumental Song.

Surface Level

Tim Gartland and 24/7 - The Willie Project

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 26:24
Size: 62,1 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Back Door Man - 5:13
 2. You Can't Judge a Book By It's Cover - 4:14
 3. You Know My Love - 4:07
 4. When the Lights Go Out - 2:37
 5. I Can't Quit You Baby - 6:36
 6. Crazy for My Baby - 3:34

Tasty covers of Willie Dixon songs!
Tim Gartland is a singer-song writer harmonica player living in Nashville, TN. He is a contemporary blues artist commited to honoring the rich tradition of blues while moving the genre forward.
His original music is a blend of Chicago blues, soul, and Americana. His lyrics are focused on today's world. Following the collective wisdom of writers before him, Tim writes lyrics about themes and issues that he is passionate about.
Tim is commited to the craft of songwritting and original music. His live shows are a combination of his songs and songs by song writers he is inspired by such as Percy Mayfield, Willie Dixon, Chuck Berry and Allen Toussaint. 
What sets Gartland apart from other blues muscians is the fact that he is recognized as a triple threat ; singer, songwriter and harp player. It is rare group of artists that can deliver all three talents on such a high level.
He has released two critically acclaimed original cd's, 2011's "Looking Into The Sun" and 2014''s "Million Stars". In 2016 he released "The Willie Project", a heartfelt homage to the songwriting of the legendary blues hall of famer Willie Dixon.

The Willie Project

Cliff Stevens - Grass Won't Grow

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 45:09
Size: 103,6 MB
Label: Red Flagg
Styles: Blues/Blues Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Don't You Say - 4:44
 2. Price You Pay - 4:40
 3. Grass Won't Grow - 3:45
 4. Running - 4:53
 5. Need You to Love Me - 3:42
 6. Crying My Heart Out - 4:01
 7. Said the Wrong Thing - 4:20
 8. If I Didn't Love You - 3:51
 9. All Through the Night - 3:51
10. I Know - 4:36
11. Finger Swinging - 2:41

Grass Won't Grow is blues, rock, swing, country, boogie, melodic & mature - it's Clapton, JJ Cale,SRV, Johnny Winter...while never straying far from the blues.Great guitar playing, raspy vocals, smooth old school blues-rock and catchy, well-written tunes.
(http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/cliffstevens2)

Grass Won't Grow

John Weeks Band - Dark Angel

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 43:32
Size: 99,8 MB
Label: Mhp Productions
Styles: Electric Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. The Hole - 4:05
 2. The Blues Just Got More Blue - 3:44
 3. Closer to Home - 4:44
 4. How Can You Love Me ? - 7:02
 5. Devil in My House - 4:16
 6. Impossible - 3:10
 7. What Does It Take ? - 2:25
 8. Side Number - 3:56
 9. The One - 3:58
10. Dark Angel - 6:08

Take the blues, ship it to France and Australia, mix it up, shake it around, add killer groove and seriously good vocals, bring it home and you get the sound and flavor of the John Weeks Band-- seriously powerful yet melodic. Take a listen!
(http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/johnweeksband)

Dark Angel

Ronnie Johnson - Addicted to You

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2005
Time: 43:16
Size: 99,2 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Addicted to You - 3:07
 2. Country Down In Me - 4:19
 3. Bllad Of RVZ - 4:16
 4. Hell to pay - 3:37
 5. Deity - 5:13
 6. Lovin Oven - 2:45
 7. Blue mornin - 4:36
 8. Society - 3:47
 9. When You Give It Away - 4:35
10. My baby - 6:57

Deep, rich vocals and blues guitar is the key to Ronnie Johnson's signature sound. From roadhouse-blues to hank sr. ronnie never lacks a connection with his audience. This is ronnie's debut CD. named for the first track, 'addicted to you' is a collection of styles ranging from boogie-woogie blues to straight foward country/rock. All ten tracks are written by Ronnie Johnson, including his special tribute 'ballad of rvz'. this CD is based around a basic three blues-band style, with amazing background vocals, some smooth sax and harmonica, and ronnie's one of a kind style...check it out.

Addicted to You

Eddie Martin - Black, White and Blue

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 49:13
Size: 112,8 MB
Label: Blueblood Records
Styles: Blues/Blues Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Mississippi Sound - 4:54
 2. Angry - 5:25
 3. Black, White and Blue - 5:10
 4. I Choose You - 5:28
 5. Too Much Choice - 4:25
 6. Graceful Ways - 4:39
 7. I've Lost my phone - 3:24
 8. How - 4:44
 9. Song of Five Things - 4:01
10. It all Depends - 6:59

Explosive and exciting: That’s how a blues rock album should start, and Eddie Martin’s 10th studio album “Black White and Blue” begins like it means to take no prisoners. But if you are expecting endless guitar soloing and a generic list of grooves instead of proper songs – so often the case with blues-rock releases – you are soon enlightened. Martin’s songs may ROCK but they are well-crafted and sophisticated. After 2 rave-reviewed big band projects, the blues-man Eddie Martin is back with 10 original songs and a punchy trio for his 16th release. “Black White and Blue” marks a career pinnacle for this prolific musician and his 30-year mission to explore, study and update blues traditions.  His humble respect to the Afro-American legacy goes deep and he is not shy to acknowledge the racism that gave birth to the blues. But here he is also cool about the contribution of his white-boy contemporaries since the era of Classic Rock. A verse in the album title song puts it like this “The African legacy shines like a jewel..We’re now in a blend,  but the history is bruised: It’s all black, white and blue.” Martin can strut a blues-rock guitar solo with the best of them (Hendrix and SRV influences resonate on “Angry” and the title track “Black, White and Blue” for example), but Martin is all about pushing the genre forward. Alongside his fluid slide playing and pyrotechnic Strat-wielding he also showcases his extraordinary simultaneous harp and guitar soloing skills. In fact, for all the simplicity of the line-up here, this album is like a lesson in how many different textures and sounds you can treat a bunch of strong songs to in a trio.
Variety is key and Martin’s multi-instrumental virtuosity helps (even though he left his acoustic instruments at home for this set). The soundscapes embrace country slide picking on his gritty Telecaster Custom as on “How”, slide and harp boogie-rock as on the testifying “Mississippi Sound”, but also slick bluesy rock ballad as in “I Choose You” with female backing singer Elles Bailey, to T Bone Walker and Peter Green influences as on “I’ve Lost My Phone” and the tender “Graceful Ways”. Commended by the Penguin Guide to Modern Blues Recordings for the “originality and intelligence in his music” it is not surprising that often Martin’s lyrics are deeper than the usual blues-rock fayre. The album closer “It All Depends” darkly ponders post-modern political themes, but then “I’ve Lost My Phone” and “Too Much Choice” explore comic situations with everyman humour. But the variety doesn’t detract from the unity of the album. Abrasive angst is balanced by mature-lovers themes. The carefree humour of “Too Much Choice” and “I’ve Lost My Phone” is the yin to the yang of heavier numbers like “It All Depends” and “Song of Five Things”.
After completing his mammoth Anglo-Italian blues orchestra project Big Red Radio, Martin chose simpler options. Staying home to work in a trio, he recruited outstanding young players from the lively Bristol music scene, Tom Gilkes and Zak Ranyard. They ably rose to the challenge of Martin’s approach to the blues, which could perhaps be summed up as “Study and Respect Tradition and then Follow your Own Star”.  Dishing out the coolest of grooves – as if with sacred reverence to the jook joint blues tenet that dropping the beat is a shootable offence – the lads command an impressive style range and still come up with something new along the way (just listen to Gilkes’ playful cymbal lines).
Martin is full of surprises and, running his own record label, he relishes the creative freedom this allows to do something fresh and different each release. If it means his work is sometimes difficult to pigeon-hole then don’t worry. As Willie Dixon said “Blues is the roots: the rest is the fruits”. Eddie comes out rocking on this one. But its nothing if not a juicy new fruit to savour from the blues stall of the “Ambassador of British Blues”.

Black, White and Blue

The Hexmen - King Bee

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 42:53
Size: 98,4 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Blues/Rockin` Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Baby Please Dont Go - 3:32
 2. King Bee - 5:03
 3. Lonely Avenue - 4:30
 4. Messin With The Kid - 3:50
 5. 29 Ways - 3:48
 6. Hoochie Coochie Man - 4:47
 7. Bullfrog Blues - 4:10
 8. Come On In To My Kitchen - 1:46
 9. Riding On The L & N - 4:24
10. Smokestack Lightning - 6:57

This band hails from Liverpool and George Wickstead, front man and founder, has taken this band from its conception in the late 70’s to present and in that time has toured all over the UK and mid Europe.
There is no doubt that he has become over the years a beacon for live entertainment and still gets that buzz live music gives.
A new era starts and a new CDd is forecast and more live shows both here and Europe – there is no stopping this powerful in your face brand of energetic rhythm and blues.
George on lead vocals and harp, and plenty of Liverpool banter, takes no prisoners and gets to business with ‘Ridin’ on the L&N’, ‘Long Grey Mare’, ‘Treat Her Right’, ‘Messin’ With The Kid’, ‘Hoochie Coochie Man’, ‘Come On In’ – ending the first set with “Gloria”, the Van Morrison hit.
Colin Guthrie superb on lead guitar – a gifted musician – played his last gig with the band and is moving to pastures new, we wish him well. The rhythm section of Mike Cain on bass guitar and on the drums Matt Shaw – they have an association going back over 25 years and it showed amazing work from this magnificent pairing.
The second set cracked off with ‘Woolly Bully’, ’29 Ways’, ‘Lonely Avenue’, ‘That’s It I Quit’, ‘Bullfrog Blues’, ‘Bad Is Bad’, ‘King Bee’, and ‘Smokestack Lightning’.
The dancers danced, the crowd shouted for more, a night of live entertainment from a band that has it all.

King Bee

Nelson King - Is There Something

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 28:43
Size: 65,9 MB
Label: Horus Music Distribution
Styles: Blues/Blues Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Is There Something - 3:12
 2. Why Worry - 3:02
 3. Feel My Love - 3:14
 4. Bye Bye - 3:11
 5. Loving Arms - 3:06
 6. Jump - 3:33
 7. Lost - 3:07
 8. Nothing On Me - 2:54
 9. Roll The Dice - 3:20

Extract from album review...
"From start to finish “Is There Something” is a solid, rock steady release. On the first track Is There Something, all I can picture is a man dragging himself down a deserted highway, sun ripping through his black t shirt, no water in sight… waiting for one lucky 18 wheeler to pick him up and take him to the next town. Screeching electric guitars, a moseying drum beat, and satisfyingly smooth vocals drip from this track into the next.
Why Worry is an upbeat, ode to taking it easy. “Why Worry, Why Worry now”…as if saying everything is over and done, why let any negative thoughts bring you down? Another stand out song from this album “Loving Arms” starts off with a velvety jazz lounge feel. “There’s a right way to loving me, open up your loving arms, let’s do this the right way” A dark windy road through the mountains of West Virginia, King’s sultry vocals swing in and out of the music, leaving you on the edge of your seat, anticipating his next words.
With a few albums under his belt, Nelson King is surely a musician to keep on your radar."

Is There Something

Denny Earnest - Jazz My Blues

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2013
Time: 58:41
Size: 134,7 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Jazz/Cool Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Jazz My Blues (feat. Mike Gillan & Alan Faugue) - 3:28
 2. Zenato (feat. Alan Faugue, Mike Gillan, Pat Felitti & Bill Watson) - 3:38
 3. Put It There (feat. Mike Gillan, Bill Watson & Alan Faugue) - 3:51
 4. A Loving You (feat. Alan Faugue, Pat Felitti, Bill Watson & Mike Gillan) - 5:01
 5. Polytone Blues (feat. Alan Faugue, Bill Watson & Mike Gillan) - 2:37
 6. Copping a Blue Feel (feat. Alan Faugue, Mike Gillan, Bill Watson & Pat Felitti) - 4:13
 7. When the Sun Comes Up On You (feat. Bill Watson, Mike Gillan & Alan Faugue) - 4:10
 8. The Way You Move (feat. Bill Watson, Pat Felitti & Mike Gillan) - 3:44
 9. Only as Strong (feat. Mike Gillan, Alan Faugue, Bill Watson & Pat Felitti) - 4:50
10. Piazza Deleon (feat. Mike Gillan, Alan Faugue, Pat Felitti & Bill Watson) - 3:59
11. Cool Latin Jazz (feat. Mike Gillan, Pat Felitti, Alan Faugue & Bill Watson) - 4:20
12. Single Malt Blues (feat. Bill Watson, Alan Faugue & Mike Gillan) - 3:19
13. Carmine Lips & Rouge (feat. Bill Watson, Mike Gillan & Alan Faugue) - 3:54
14. Pink Flamingo (feat. Bill Watson, Mike Gillan & Alan Faugue) - 3:00
15. Half Tone Blues (feat. Mike Gillan, Pat Felitti, Bill Watson & Alan Faugue) - 4:29

Classic Instrumental Jazz & Vocals with composer, guitarist, "Denny Earnest" with a seasoned quartet of tasteful musicians for the musical palate. Slick Jazz, Cool, with a bit of Lounge, vocals a la "Frank"
New release from composer, guitarist, and vocalist Denny Earnest, treading new territory with "Jazz My Blues" with
a free wheeling quartet of veteran Jazz players. From the opening salvo title track, he's trading vocal licks with alto sax player Alan Fauque, "Need some Coltrane with my coffee, if I'm to make it til noon". Through it all, the records satisfying, staying true to the roots of Jazz and Blues, anchored on the bottom end with Mike Gillan's percussive talents, glued together by upright bassist Bill Watson, and weaving through all the traffic like a New York cabbie Pat Felitti on piano. No gimmicks or wasted notes here. 15 new tunes written by Denny in the finest traditions of Jazz improv, Slick Jazz, hot, cool, or whatever your infusion.

Jazz My Blues

Steppingstone Band - I'll Be Coming Home

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2013
Time: 56:18
Size: 129,3 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Rock/Americana
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Bottle of Wine - 4:13
 2. Get Back Up Again - 4:39
 3. I'll Be Coming Home - 4:55
 4. I Think of You - 3:29
 5. The More We Talk - 4:07
 6. 5-30 Train - 4:21
 7. Another Door - 4:02
 8. Don't Worry About Me - 3:17
 9. Sometimes the Bottle - 4:26
10. Alaska - 7:20
11. My Love for You - 4:36
12. Get Back Up Again (Extended Version) - 6:47

Musicians:
Ryan Schutz-Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica, Ukulele
Eric Schaberg-Strings, Vocals, Ukulele, Mandolin, Percussion
Tommy Casperson-Drums, Percussion
Brad Marullo-Guitar & Vocals
Jonathan Presnell-Bass & Vocals

This collection of all original songs is a breath of fresh air from the Garden State - SteppingSTONE's Roots Rock sound is a blend of crafty song-writing, melodic guitar and fiddle melodies led by honest, soulful vocals. I'll Be Coming Home is a collection of feel-good, honest songs from the soul. SteppingSTONE Band is an original rock band from North Jersey where interstate 80 runs from the big city to the rolling hills and glimmering lakes of the northwestern counties. Like sitting in traffic at 5:00 there are no short cuts home, and musically that’s the road they've traveled.
After playing in a number of different bands over the years, the members of SteppingSTONE found “home” after ...blending creative words, situations, sounds and experiences through music; a mix of storytelling, blues, soul and rock n’ roll and driven by an eclectic mix of voices the band continues to pick up steam and as it gigs regularly around the North Jersey/ New York area. Yet still looking to widen their bounds so that their rich blend of melody, soulful stories and infectious rhythms can be heard and felt. SteppingSTONE continues to create new material while covering renditions of the songs that made us all fall in love with music in the first place. The band's sound and influences consist of Eric Clapton, Tom Petty, U2, The Beatles, Dave Matthews, Van Morrison and too many other names that would fill this page. Fans are drawn into the music as the Band's sound and songs have something that appeals to everyone.

I'll Be Coming Home

Savino - Sexmentally Assaulted

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 1988
Time: 35:09
Size: 80,6 MB
Label: TWAT
Styles: Hard Rock/Heavy Metal
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. SMA Pt. 1 - 3:47
 2. Fat chicks - 3:17
 3. 16 years - 3:35
 4. In my sight - 3:49
 5. Lust Rock - 3:38
 6. Winter girlfriend - 4:40
 7. Blitsed again - 3:21
 8. Take-a-bath! - 2:57
 9. Sex-Mentally-Assauled Pt. 2 - 6:02

You can mention SAVINO together with bands such as TEEZE or TUFF LUCK that basically are Glam Metallers but far too heavy acting for that genre. That 4-piece built around their vocalist Savino reminds me much more to a Power Metal band playing Glam Metal. In places they are VERY heavy and so is their sound, Metal as fuck! "Take-a-bath!" for example is purest Speed Metal, with an intensity that I seldomly (or let's better say never) heard on any Glam Metal album. There's just 1 pretty bad track which is the R'n'R number "Blitsed again" and the rest is good powerful guitar driven midtempo US Metal with Glam edge but of the kind that we all do enjoy and having a little screamer behind the micro! The whole sleeve looks private, everything (including the cover artwork) was self drawn or handwritten (back sleeve - looks messy!) while the label (TWAT Records and tapes) hasn't any address printed but instead Savino's address can be found there. Wouldn't suggest anyone to ignore that obscure record if you ever find a copy at all!

Sexmentally assaulted

Smyth Jeffry - I Play Guitar

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2013
Time: 53:15
Size: 122,7 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Rock/Americana
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Stand Up - 3:57
 2. I Play Guitar - 4:10
 3. Maybe - 5:51
 4. Father Sky - 5:02
 5. My End - 3:32
 6. This Will Be My People - 4:36
 7. The Other Side - 5:23
 8. Don't - 4:13
 9. Just Another Son - 3:16
10. The Likes of Me - 4:37
11. Flyin' Time - 3:54
12. Little Red Boat - 4:37

Solid guitar centric thoughtful Americana born from blues, rock, and jazz.
Draped over a remarkable band with background vocalists, Smyth Jeffry’s formidable guitar playing, sturdy vocal skills, and journeyman songwriting take center stage in this release. Electric or acoustic, Jeffry is at home on every axe and leads the way with his command of the six strings.
Jeffry explores wide terrain on I Play Guitar both emotionally and musically. Songs range from reflection (Father Sky) to love lost (of course), to celebration (Stand Up!). You’ll hear insecure longing in “This Will Be My People”, and you might hear shades of Elton John in Mark Stalling’s piano break. The playful “Likes of Me” shows an almost country flavor and Jeffry proves the point by donning his 5-string banjo (for its debut) to add color to the song. The record even features a favored co-writer Holly Russ Johnson on lead vocals singing “Flyin’ Time” as Jeffry takes to the lead guitar. Closing the record with hopefulness (and unveiling Jeffry’s jazz leaning) is the samba “Little Red Boat”. It should bring a smile.

I Play Guitar

Earl Thomas - Plantation Gospel

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2006
Time: 74:43
Size: 171,8 MB
Label:  JP Bomann Production Company
Styles: Spiritual/Traditional Gospel
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. The Woman At The Well - 4:22
 2. Elijah Rock - 4:20
 3. It's Gonna Rain - 3:27
 4. Pass Me Not O Gentle Savior - 5:47
 5. Move On Up A Little Higher - 4:49
 6. Twelve Gates To The City - 2:57
 7. I'm Pressing On - 5:19
 8. Down By The Riverside - 6:31
 9. Trouble Of The World - 5:19
10. Glory Glory - 4:31
11. How I Got Over - 3:27
12. Swing Low Sweet Chariot - 2:59
13. Joshua Fit The Battle Of Jericho - 3:49
14. Will The Circle Be Unbroken - 3:59
15. This Little Light Of Mine - 3:00
16. The Last Mile Of The Way - 5:48
17. When We All Get To Heaven - 4:13

Old Negro Spirituals done in Earl's unique style with some of LA's finest session players including Wally Ingram from Stockholm Syndrom, Jeff Young from Steely Dan, Freddy Koella from Bob Dylan & k.d. Lang bands & Fritz Lewak from Melissa Etheridge band.

Plantation Gospel

Umphrey's McGee - Zonkey

Bitrate: 256K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 65:54
Size: 121,1 MB
Label: Nothing Too Fancy Music
Styles: Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. National Loser Anthem - 6:51
 2. Life During Exodus - 8:41
 3. Can't Rock My Dream Face - 4:30
 4. Sad Clint Eastwood - 4:23
 5. Electric Avenue to Hell - 5:12
 6. Ace Of Long Nights - 4:51
 7. Sweet Sunglasses - 5:00
 8. Strangletage - 5:39
 9. Come As Your Kids - 6:24
10. Frankie Zombie - 5:44
11. Bulls On The Bus - 2:57
12. Bittersweet Haj - 5:36

Umphrey’s McGee has been arranging and performing original mashups live for over eight years. It was only a matter of when, not if, some of those innovative concoctions would find their way into a studio. An album of 12 unique mashups, conceived and arranged by the band. ZONKEY is as seamless as it bizarre, playful as it is razor sharp. Bits and pieces of classic songs are culled from 40+ years of popular music from 70s Reggae to 80s Pop to 90s Metal and everywhere in between. From Radiohead mashed with Beck, The Weeknd with Fleetwood Mac, Talking Heads with Bob Marley, Metallica with Gorillaz . . . nothing is off limits.

Zonkey

Louis Hayes Sextet - Blue Lou

Bitrate: 256K/s
Year: 1993
Time: 65:51
Size: 121,1 MB
Label: Steeplechase
Styles: Hard Bop
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Blue Lou -  6:32
 2. Quiet Fire - 10:17
 3. Honey Dip -  7:15
 4. Lament for Love -  6:54
 5. The Walk -  9:59
 6. Sweet and Lovely -  9:38
 7. New Endings -  7:58
 8. Spur of the Moment -  7:14

The master drummer Louis Hayes has been the solid beat behind jazz greats such as Oscar Peterson, Cannonball Adderley, McCoy Tyner, Freddie Hubbard and many many others. As a leader Hayes has been known for his sharp eyes for selecting good sidemen and providing them with surroundings to develop their talents further. On this session – Louis’ fifth leader album for SteepleChase – “youngsters” Eddie Allen and Javon Jackson are featured along with veteran pianist Ronnie Mathews.The “hard bop” style of the group reminds us of the Jazz Messengers led by the late Art Blakey.

Blue Lou

Liquid Wolf - Second Wind Part 1

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 40:25
Size: 93,0 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Progressive Metal
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Intro - In Shackles - 6:11
 2. Toenails - 5:19
 3. The Weasel - 4:36
 4. Pale Rider - 5:16
 5. Every Mistake - 8:12
 6. The Utopist - 3:51
 7. Spit It Out - 6:58

Liquid Wolf, a finnish prog metal rock jazz ensemble. Sami Sarhamaa, Teijo Tikkanen, Samu Wuori, Sami Kuoppamäki, Pepa Päivinen & Pekka Nyman.

Second Wind Part 1

Johnny Boots - All or Nothing

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2011
Time: 62:10
Size: 142,5 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Blues/Blues Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Stone Cold - 3:40
 2. Want, Need, Love - 5:10
 3. Crossroads - 4:18
 4. All Or Nothing - 3:46
 5. Death Letter Blues - 5:55
 6. Someone Like You - 3:45
 7. It Takes A Big Girl To Cry - 4:01
 8. Actions Speak Louder - 3:44
 9. John The Revelator - 5:41
10. Shake Your Moneymaker - 4:20
11. Strings Attached - 3:36
12. Hosanna - 4:53
13. Rodeo Girl - 4:00
14. Heroes (bonus track) - 5:15

Johnny “Boots” Giannicchi is the real deal: a fabulous blues- rock guitarist and singer who has gigged and worked hard to get where he is today. Besides these roles, this Connecticut gentleman is also the band leader and producer of his latest release, All or Nothing. This CD is a blues-rock juggernaut that includes nine original tracks and four well-chosen covers. There is a definite Stevie Ray Vaughan vibe to this work, with occasional forays in the directions of delta blues and country.
Johnny is joined on this release by Peter Bennett on bass and Darro “Sparkie” Sandler on drums. This power trio is augmented on occasion by the tremendous Hook Herrera on the harmonica and co-producer Paul Opalach, who sits in with various instruments on many of the tracks. All of these folks are more than capable musicians, and any changes in personnel are not obvious as there is good continuity throughout.
“Stone Cold” is the lead-off track for All or Nothing and right away the listener can hear that Johnny Boots has a masterful grasp of blues and rock guitar. This is an uptempo 12-bar blues song that uses some great kitchen metaphors to describe the inevitable swings of a grown-up relationship. Johnny’s voice proves to be strong with just the right sound for this genre. It was a wise choice to position this song up front on the CD.
One of my favorite tracks on the album is the title track, “All or Nothing,” which has a lot of 1970s psychedelic blues rock in it. Lots of soaring guitars and ride cymbal on this one take me back to my youth. I am picturing a smoky concert arena with oodles of red stage lights when this one is playing through my headphones.
They managed to sneak a ballad into the mix and “Actions Speaks Louder than Words” is a great song with heartfelt lyrics. This track is a perfect opportunity chance for Johnny to slow down and show off his voice. His guitar work is sublime on this track, and shows that he knows enough to not have to play every note just because he can.
Stacy Williams provides vocals for “It Takes a Big Girl to Cry,” which is a duet that comes straight out of the 1950s. Ms. William’s voice meshes perfectly with Johnny’s, and this slower tune is a nice change of pace. Opalach brings the bass guitar and keyboard parts, and Boots gives the listener some tasteful picking on his electric guitar.
Johnny Boots does not limit his songwriting to temporal subjects, and feels comfortable expressing his eternal views in “Hosanna.” I had not expected to find a Christian rock anthem on this album, and this one is a neatly-crafted song, with many layers of acoustic and electric guitar. There are some nice backing vocal harmonies, as well.
The cover tunes run the gamut of blues, and include Robert Johnson’s “Crossroads,” Son House’s “Death Letter Blues” and “John the Revelator,” and Elmore James’ “Shake Your Moneymaker.” “Crossroads” is the funkiest version I have ever heard, and Hook gets to tear loose with his harp. Things don’t go too far astray, and the spirit of the original is still there. Both of the Son House songs start in a more traditional delta blue style, but electrify quickly. House’s lyrics surely stand the test of time, and would make these tunes work no matter what you do to them. “Shake your Moneymaker” is one of the faster versions around and is chock full of crazily distorted guitar, in a good way.
The album ends on a fun (and patriotic) note with “Rodeo Girl” which features Paul Opalach on bass guitar, baritone guitar, keyboards and percussion. He is a jack of all trades, apparently. This song has a countrified sound to it, and the sound of the guitars and the layout of the story give this one a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers feel.
All or Nothing is a slickly-produced CD with plentiful guitar chops and thirteen very listenable tracks that provide almost an hour of musical entertainment. It is a great follow-up to Johnny Boots’ previous release, Everybody’s Got to Eat, and any fan of blues or rock will find something to like on this one. I recommend that you give it a listen; you will certainly get your money’s worth!

All or Nothing

Simone Cozzetto - Wide Eyes

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 47:07
Size: 108,5 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Progressive Rock/RPI
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Lullaby (part 1) - 2:07
 2. Awakening - 7:48
 3. Lost In The Night - 3:43
 4. Intermezzo I - 0:40
 5. The Void - 6:15
 6. Intermezzo II - 1:21
 7. Spiral Of Dust - 7:27
 8. Intermezzo III - 1:01
 9. The Lord Of Bareness - 2:12
10. The Diamond Intro - 1:28
11. The Diamond - 5:36
12. The Albatros - 5:05
13. Lullaby  (part 2) - 2:18

Salve cedo e spedisco in tutta italia cd dell artista Simone Cozzetto, il genere rock onirico, inventato da lui con collaborazione del chitarrista Kee Marcello degli EUROPE (con assoli di chitarra fenomenali) ed il batterista dei GOBLIN ( colonne sonore del famosissimo film "PROFONDO ROSSO" )Titta Tani (alla voce in un brano : lost in the night) La voce principale e del grande Frank Marino e collaborazione strumentale classica di Wiliam Stravato professore della Sant Luis di roma non che turnista dei DEEP PURPLE. Le musiche, le linee vocali sono tutte nuove ed originali composte dall artista emergente Simone Cozzetto che anche suona in una delle rok band cover dei PINK FLOYD gli Echoes, gruppo storico da quasi 30 anni! E un cd molto ben registrato e ricco di contenuti, narra di un sogno con musiche veramente curate nel dettaglio da perfezionisti del mestiere. Se volete investire in buona musica il prezzo e veramente ridicolo, provatelo e apprezzerete un nuovo genere di rock molto particolare curato anche da fonici rai professionisti.Naturalmente e anche un messaggio per chi cerca nuovi talenti sulla rete web.

Wide Eyes

Tas Cru - Simmered & Stewed

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 45:58
Size: 105,9 MB
Label: Vizztone
Styles: Blues/Modern Electric Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Dat Maybe - 2:29
 2. Grizzle N' Bone - 3:45
 3. Feel I'm Falling - 4:33
 4. Time & Time - 5:03
 5. Road To My Obsession - 5:23
 6. Biscuit - 3:07
 7. Cover My Love - 3:39
 8. Woman Won't You Love Me - 4:12
 9. Just Let It Happen - 3:18
10. Tired Of Bluesmen Cryin' - 4:30
11. Higher & Higher - 5:55

Raucous, rowdy, gentle, sweet, eccentric, quirky, and outright irreverent are all words that fittingly describe Tas Cru’s songs and testify to his reputations a one of the most unique of bluesmen plying his trade today. Cru has received wide praise for his songwriting: As Downbeat magazine notes, “His songs are blues poetry – crafted with rare verbal flair and his ability to cast a memorable hook is magical!” Live, these songs are performed with power and passion. As observed by Living Blues magazine, “The vivacity and sheer joy with which Cru plays is intoxicating!” His brand new album, Simmered And Stewed, now available for pre-sale, will be released November 11, 2016 through the VizzTone label group — eleven songs flavored in most part by resonator, cigar box and acoustic guitar. The album features harmonica, honkytonk piano, Hammond B3 organ and rich, backing vocals. The new album is a worthy follow up to his 2015 album, You Keep The Money – the hottest debuting blues album of the year, almost all year long residing at or near the very top of every major blues chart. It debuted at #1 on the Roots Music Report, with eight of its twelve songs in the top 25, and the album debuted on the prestigious Living Blues Chart at #2.
Presently living in upstate New York. Cru performs in a variety of formats ranging from solo acoustic to a seven-piece backing band. Tas Cru appears at major festivals and blues venues throughout the US and Canada. He and his band of Tortured Souls regularly visit Beale Street during the Blues Music Awards and the International Blues Challenge where at the Rum Boogie Cafe; he has hosted a highly successful fundraiser for the Blues Foundation’s Generation Blues Project for several years running. A committed social activist, Cru also brings his award-winning Blues Education programs and workshops to numerous schools, hospitals and community centers.
Tas Cru is represented by Music on the Couch Artist Management (Vinny Marini) and is currently booking appearances through the Road Dawg Touring Company.

Simmered And Stewed

Sons-N-Britches - Second Hand Smoke

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 38:01
Size: 87,8 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Country Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Southern Fried Friday Night - 3:34
 2. In Love With Her Voice - 3:09
 3. Grandpa's Weed - 3:16
 4. Rest When You're Dead - 2:48
 5. True Love Lies - 4:05
 6. Alabama's Sleeping - 5:20
 7. Mason Found His Dixie - 3:44
 8. That's Why We're Blue - 4:39
 9. No More Secs - 3:57
10. Don't Fence Me In - 3:25

With a name like Sons-N-Britches, you can guess that these boys don’t take themselves too seriously. However, they do take their music very seriously. Daron Meek, Rocky Barnes, and Mike Mullis are life-long friends with a rich history of making music together. Growing up in the Due West Community on the outskirts of Kennesaw, GA; these boys had a slew of musical mentors. Local jams in neighborhood music stores and backyard barbeque's provided fertile ground for them to grow as musicians, songwriters and performers. Later; the "Sons" honed their skills appearing with such acts as Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Kennesaw, Mark Chestnutt, Travis Tritt and many more.
The band has added an acoustic feel to their most recent work that really showcases their songwriting. In addition to their original material; S-N-B blends traditional Country, Rock, and Southern-style Blues with a touch of Grass. They call it "music from the REAL dirty south." It's like a glass of iced tea with a shot of moonshine (refreshing with a kick).

Second Hand Smoke

Dutch Mason - You Can't Have Everything

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 1992
Time: 39:53
Size: 93,2 MB
Label: Stony Plain Records
Styles: Modern Electric Blues
Art: Front
Tracks Listing:
 1. You Can't Have Everything - 2:57
 2. Going, Going, Gone - 4:05
 3. I Must Be Crazy - 3:20
 4. Folsom Prison Blues - 3:28
 5. Hock My Ring - 3:53
 6. Sticks And Stones - 3:14
 7. But I Was Too Cool - 3:04
 8. Hallelujah, I Love Her So - 2:58
 9. Blues In The Dark - 4:50
10. No Mo Do Yakomo - 2:41
11. Polk Salad Annie - 5:17

Dutch (b Norman) Mason. Singer, guitarist, pianist, b Lunenburg, NS, 19 Feb 1938, d Truro, NS, 23 Dec 2006. Raised in Kentville, NS, he played several instruments during his youth, including drums in a jazz band. The earliest of his own groups, which worked around Nova Scotia during the mid-1950s, were in a rock 'n' roll or 'rockabilly' style. Mason, a singer, pianist and guitarist, was introduced to the blues via recordings of B.B. King, who would remain an important influence. Mason performed in Toronto as early as 1959, but based his career in Nova Scotia. During the 1970s he performed in a succession of blues bands in a variety of bars such as Sullivan's in Halifax and the Wyse Owl in Dartmouth. He tirelessly toured Canada as part of the Dutch Mason Trio with musicians such as bassist Ronnie Miller and drummer Ken Clattenburg, building an audience for the blues and earning the nickname "Prime Minister of the Blues."
As his reputation for being a colourful performer in a tough, fundamental, urban blues style grew during the late 1970s and the 1980s, he began working on the club circuit across the country, appearing frequently at the Rising Sun in Montreal and Albert's Hall in Toronto.
Mason's first LPs from 1971, Dutch Mason Trio at the Candlelight (Paragon ALS-263) and Putting It All Together (Marathon MS-2107), were followed in 1976 by The Blues Ain't Bad (Owl Blues Productions OBP-2008), in 1977 by Janitor of the Blues (Solar SAR-2020), in 1979 by Wish Me Luck (Lon PS-733/Attic MLAT-1142), in the early 1980s by Special Brew (Attic LAT-1093) and Gimmee A Break (Attic LAT-1114), and in 1991 by I'm Back (Stony Plain SPCD-1169). In 1998, to celebrate his 60th birthday, CBC Radio recorded a live tribute CD that included Charles "Bucky" Adams (saxophone), Nova Scotia Mass Choir, Doris Mason, Sam Moon, Frank MacKay and Dutch Mason.
Mason was nominated for Best Blues Album at the 1994 Juno Awards and Half Ain't Been Told (2004), earned him a nomination for Best Blues Album at the 2005 East Coast Music Awards.
Mason was one of the original inductees to the Canadian Jazz and Blues Hall of Fame, and in 2005, Norman Byron (Dutch) Mason became a Member of the Order of Canada.
In 2005 Dutch Mason's son, Garrett Mason, earned a Juno Award for Best Blues album.

You Can't Have Everything

John Savage - Remember me

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 41:08
Size: 94,7 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Blues/Blues Rock
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Belly Achin Blues - 3:21
 2. Upstairs from You - 3:55
 3. Baby Babe - 6:10
 4. Ain't got no Money - 3:23
 5. Remember me - 5:35
 6. Yours for Eternity - 4:34
 7. Its You (Scottish Islands) - 5:37
 8. Honey Tree - 4:15
 9. Rock` n` Roll Daddy - 4:15

John Savage is a singer/songwriter with over 30 years experience performing in the Upstate New York area. John owns and operates Savage Studio, and his self-titled release John Savage has topped the charts on MP3, receiving over one million plays since its release in 1998.
John has been a longtime favorite in the Mohawk Valley performing in both acoustic and electric groups, playing live venues such as The WOUR Beach Party, Phols Beach House, WOUR Radio Parties, Good Ole Summertime Music Festivals and Woodstock `99. John’s songs feature an eclectic mix of rock and blues, and a 12 song release is scheduled for Summer 2011.
The new full length CD titles Remember Me is once again produced by George Deveny and features Bob Holz on drums, Dan Porter on Bass, George Deveny on electric guitar and David Liddy on piano and keyboard. The songs, all penned by Savage, were written over the past 15 years and represent an eclectic mix of genre’s from blues to reggae, rock and country.

Remember me

Phish - Lawn Boy

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 1990
Time: 47:44
Size: 114,0 MB
Label: Elektra
Styles: Rock, jam, jazz fusion
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. The Squirming Coil -  6:02
 2. Reba - 12:26
 3. My Sweet One -  2:08
 4. Split Open And Melt -  4:42
 5. The Oh Kee Pa Ceremony -  1:41
 6. Bathtub Gin -  4:28
 7. Run Like An Antelope -  9:50
 8. Lawn Boy -  2:31
 9. Bouncing Around The Room -  3:54

Lawn Boy is Phish's second official studio album, released on September 21, 1990, on the Absolute A Go Go Records and Rough Trade labels on cassette, single-LP vinyl and CD (with CD bonus track Fee). Vinyl LPs of the original Absolute A Go Go release are still known to circulate. The album was later re-mastered by Bob Ludwig and re-released on CD and cassette by Elektra Records June 30, 1992.
The songs on Lawn Boy include many of the progressive rock and fusion elements featured on the band's first studio album, Junta, as well as incorporating elements of bluegrass, jazz and barbershop quartet.
According to Phish Archivist Kevin Shapiro: Lawn Boy was recorded and mixed at Archer Studios in Winooski, VT in 1989 and 1990 on 16-track 2" tape and was mixed to 1/4" stereo reels. The band won the initial studio time with a first-place Rock Rumble performance on April 21, 1989 at a downtown Burlington, VT club called The Front. The Lawn Boy sessions that followed consisted of mostly live takes with a few effects and overdubs. Engineer Dan Archer acquired a baby grand piano specifically for the recording, Fishman played his drums squeezed into a vocal isolation booth and the band utilized local musicians including members of what would soon be called the Giant Country Horns. Like Junta before it, Phish self-produced Lawn Boy on a hands-on level, surrounding the console for group fades without aid of automation.
The album was certified gold by the RIAA on July 7, 2004.
In February 2009, Lawn Boy became available as a download in FLAC and MP3 formats at LivePhish.com.
JEMP Records released "Lawn Boy" on Record Store Day 2013 as a Limited Edition Deluxe 2-LP vinyl set. The LE Deluxe 2-LP vinyl set was limited to 7,500 individually numbered copies and was created from the original 1/4" stereo master reels with lacquers cut by Chris Bellman at Bernie Grundman Mastering. Each LP is pressed onto 180g audiophile grade vinyl. Deluxe packaging includes an 8-page photo booklet and an etched D-side.

Lawn Boy

Gail Johnson - Keep The Music Playing

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2004
Time: 42:02
Size: 96,6 MB
Label: PHILLY THE KID MUSIC
Styles: Jazz/Smooth Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Intro/Gail & Genie - 0:21
 2. Just For Kicks - 4:05
 3. Heaven - 4:18
 4. How Do You Keep The Music Playing - 4:12
 5. Soleh - 3:46
 6. I Wanna Luv U - 4:07
 7. I'll Be Around - 3:40
 8. Gimme Your Groove - 4:55
 9. Goodnight - 4:48
10. Sunrise - 4:02
11. Take What You Need - 3:44

Smooth Jazz with a feminine touch. Music director for Norman Brown. Performed with Dave Koz, Brian Culbertson, Paul Jackson jr, Bobby Lyle & more...

Keep The Music Playing

The Sideways - As Explained Through Science Fiction

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2004
Time: 68:10
Size: 156,1 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Rock/Psychedelic
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
1. across the miles -  7:43
2. looking through your eyes -  8:03
3. the reason -  7:17
4. into the oz -  8:04
5. a medieval view of the universe - 37:01

Rock and roll band + reverb + psychedelics + memory man = the sideways/
"Ever wonder what it would sound like if Phil Elvrum, Doug Martsch, and everyone from Mogwai got together and dropped acid? Of course you have, and now, thanks to these guys, you don't have to anymore. The Sideways are, without question, the best thing the New Jersey independent music scene has to offer. Beautiful, shimmering, and indescribably powerful, they've have, in their short existence, already transcended anything their peers could ever hope to create. Space rock meets indie's best." - ben, storybook records

As Explained Through Science Fiction

Lou Donaldson - Play The Right Thing

Bitrate: 224K/s
Year: 1991
Time: 49:54
Size: 80,5 MB
Label: Milestone
Styles: Saxophone Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Play The Right Thing - 6:21
 2. Whiskey Drinkin' Woman - 6:09
 3. Marmaduke - 6:54
 4. Harlem Nocturne - 5:53
 5. This Is Happiness - 7:58
 6. I Had The Craziest Dream - 6:24
 7. The Masquerade Is Over - 4:12
 8. Footpattin' Time - 6:00

Musicians:
Lou Donaldson - alto saxophone, vocals
Lonnie Smith - organ
Peter Bernstein - guitar
Bernard Purdie - drums
Ralph Dorsey - congas

Play the Right Thing is an album by jazz saxophonist Lou Donaldson, his first recording for the Milestone label, featuring Donaldson with Lonnie Smith, Peter Bernstein, Bernard Purdie, and Ralph Dorsey. The album was awarded 3 stars in an Allmusic review by Richard S. Ginell who states "As specifically indicated by the album's title, the title tune's bluesy cast, and Sweet Lou Donaldson's own determined liner notes, this CD aims to strike a blow for soul-jazz, a once-popular, then-maligned idiom newly returned from exile. That it does — with no frills, no apologies, and an idiomatic supporting cast... the CD achieves a comfortable level of competence without really grabbing hold of a groove and riding it the way Donaldson could in his Blue Note days".

Play The Right Thing

Eric Darius - Goin' All Out

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2008
Time: 41:26
Size: 95,3 MB
Label: Blue Note Records
Styles: Jazz/Smooth Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Just Like That - 3:44
 2. Because Of You - 4:30
 3. Just For The Moment - 3:55
 4. Goin' All Out - 4:11
 5. Be Without You - 4:08
 6. Vibe With Me - 4:11
 7. Feelin' Da Rhythm - 3:56
 8. Ain't No Doubt About It - 4:23
 9. Unconditional - 3:51
10. Breathe - 4:32

With the release of 2004's Night on the Town, Tampa, Florida-born saxophonist Eric Darius came out of nowhere to become one of the most promising and exciting young players in smooth jazz. Noted for his unflagging passion, Eric's albums and particularly his live performances, have been earning him fans at every turn. On his Blue Note Records debut album, Goin' All Out, Darius explores new directions incorporating contemporary R&B and hip-hop styles, bringing a fresh, youthful, urban vibe to his smooth jazz sound.

Goin' All Out

TheChickenYard - JuneBug

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2011
Time: 38:22
Size: 89,1 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Rock/Roots Rock/Americana
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Count to Ten - 3:20
 2. Sell Your Soul - 3:20
 3. Stop Your Worrying - 4:02
 4. Never Let You Go - 2:15
 5. Take You Away - 3:47
 6. Damaged - 3:23
 7. Disconnected - 3:43
 8. Back to You - 4:19
 9. My Excuse - 2:59
10. The Noose - 4:34
11. JuneBug - 2:34

The band's first full-length all-original, Americana-Rock release - A true mix of blues, country, folk and roots-rock style.
Featured on national/international streaming radio, and regional news and industry magazines, tracks such as "Count to Ten", "Take You Away", "Stop Your Worrying", and "Downhill" have been recognized as future "GOLD"! The tracks have a true Americana-Rock feel that are reminiscent of 60's icons from Cash to Dylan to Young with a modern feel. You will experience a world of manic elation with songs that will sooth your soul like a straight up bone dry vodka martini.
The songs blend raspy vocals, crisp acoustic guitars, jangling electric guitars and floating hammond organs backed by driving percussive rhythms and mesmerizing bass lines. Occasionally, accordions, mandolins, harmonicas and slide guitars dot the musical landscape. Styles from blues, folk, country and rock are evident in the bands rock-solid style.
"JuneBug is a CD that I just want to listen to over and over. It seems like I pickup, or interpret, something different every time I hear it." - A true fan

JuneBug

TheChickenYard - Long Time Running

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2014
Time: 39:32
Size: 90,6 MB
Label: Blue Rooster Vinyl
Styles: Rock/Roots Rock/Americana
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Long Time Running - 3:59
 2. Standby - 6:30
 3. Stella - 4:45
 4. Comfort Me - 3:29
 5. She Takes It All - 4:11
 6. Not Here No More - 3:53
 7. Dust Bowl Town - 4:20
 8. These Roots - 3:43
 9. Could It Be - 4:38

The band's second full-length release has already begun to receive incredible responses from fans and critics alike. Alt-roots rock heavily influenced by country, blues and rock staples.
TheChickenYard's "Long Time Running" is the culmination of the an effort to find the sound that represents the individual. The sound that truly portrays the individuals as a group. The sound that defines the group as the music it produces. The sound that defines the music as a true compilation of experiences that are meant tell stories. Stories that are intended to move you or, maybe just your feet.
There are fun, foot stomping songs such as the title track "Long Time Running". There are songs of dramatic peaks and valleys such as "Stella". Songs with deep stories of personal experiences, such as "Not Here No More" and "She Takes It All". And there are songs that are just outright country-rock influenced, such as the ode to the sweet honeys of country, "Standby".

Long Time Running

Nicky C & The RSB - Much Obliged

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2014
Time: 45:25
Size: 104,3 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Rock/Roots Rock/Americana/Jam band
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Believe - 6:01
 2. Pelvis Of Elvis - 2:44
 3. 4th Of July - 6:02
 4. Baltimore - 4:02
 5. Swing High (feat. Austin Litz) - 1:42
 6. Fishies - 7:18
 7. It Takes A Woman - 3:43
 8. A Good Heart - 5:39
 9. Much Obliged - 8:09

Musicians:
Nick Collins - Bass & Lead Vocals;
Josh Stansfield - Guitar & Backing Vocals;
Justin Ehrlich - Drums.

Combining Blues-Rock with a unique, southern twang style in their first full album “Much Obliged”, Nicky C and the RSB produce a raw yet smooth sound.
Nick Collins’ booming bass and soaring vocals create a comforting and bluesy feel, accompanied by the sound of Josh Stansfield’s soulful lead guitar, and Justin Ehrlich’s explosive drums. The band is diverging from the ideology of Blues-Rock purists, by creating a fresh alternative and noteworthy sound that is reminiscent of the Allman Brothers, The Black Crowes, and Kings of Leon.
Nick and Justin have been playing together in various bands since they first met at Towson University in 2004, and once Josh met the duo, the band Nicky C and the RSB has become unstoppable. This three-member band began close to the nation’s capital in Fairfax, VA, in December of 2012. The band released their first self-titled EP in June of 2013, paving the way for their first, full-length album, “Much Obliged”, released August 2014. Since their formation they have played at over 60 shows and festivals such as The Mad Tea Party Jam and Pink Moon.
Nicky C and the RSB have shared the stage with headlining artists like Papadosio, The Werks, Dopapod, Tauk, PBR, Pidgeons Playing Ping Pong, Turkuaz and ELM. They also directly supported fellow artists like Jimkata, Spiritual Rez, The Heavy Pets, American Babies, Stokeswood, The Shack Band and Moogatu.
"For those of you who enjoy good ole gritty Southern Rock, Nicky C is definitely for you. Do you enjoy the Drive by Truckers, the Black Crowes, the Allman Brothers ? (I hope everyone answers yes to all of these). In all sincerity, this is some great work from a strong power trio, a new band seeking to make its mark on the local music scene. This track exudes their rising and growing talent on the scene. It Takes A Woman comes off their forthcoming album, Much Obliged, which was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Kenny Eaton at Mystery Ton Studios." - Andrew McConnell, Live Music Daily
http://livemusicdaily.com/2014/07/23/nicky-c-the-rsb/
"Combining sunny southern rock jams with slithery delta blues licks, Nicky C and the RSB have garnered comparisons to classic acts like the Allman Brothers and modern superstars such as the Black Keys.” - The Bayou DC

Much Obliged

Cheap Tequila - A Thing Called Blues

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 31:34
Size: 72,8 MB
Label: Warner/ L+r Records/Zebralution
Styles: Blues/Rockin Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Sugaree - 2:57
 2. Bad one baby - 4:36
 3. Last in my life - 5:05
 4. Hit me - 4:39
 5. Need your love so Bad - 6:23
 6. Maydell - 4:07
 7. A Good Friend (Acoustic) [Bonus track] - 3:44

Blues is about the "only" pure music beyond a passion just at the present time. Here About the band members of Cheap Tequila agree since they make music. Cheap Tequila was founded by guitarist Matthias Schaaf in September 1979th For the band name a title of Blues guitarist Johnny Winter was the inspiration. If feelings are to be expressed in music, blues in all its facets today continues to be the most appropriate music style. As different as their music preferences are in the past and present as well, it is clear that love of the blues the foundation of their musical work and their friendship.
When the musical idols and colleagues then regarded as today, the Cheap tequilas are with this attitude, God knows not alone. For over 30 years the Dortmund lineup provides the scene with a straight blues, coming out of the stomach and goes into the legs.
With a groovy shuffle, vibrant blues and funky rock and roll show, the five musicians that the rhythmic groove with the members can be more fun than the cramped ponging on a remote control.

A Thing Called Blues

Bob Baldwin - The Gift Of Christmas

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 51:47
Size: 119,3 MB
Label: City Sketches Inc
Styles: Jazz/Smooth Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. This Christmas - 5:11
 2. Christmas Time Is Here (feat. Lee Mendelson) - 4:54
 3. Do You Hear What I Hear? (Remix) (feat. Corvina Nielsen) - 4:48
 4. The Gift of Christmas - 5:02
 5. Oh Holy Night / The Tenderness (feat. Ragan Whiteside) - 7:35
 6. Silent Night / The Calm - 4:44
 7. Greensleeves / What Child Is This? - 4:41
 8. Oh, Come, All Ye Faithful / Celebrate the Son (Remix) (feat. Corvina Nielsen) - 5:58
 9. We Three Kings / Yonder Star (Remix) (feat. Corvina Nielsen) - 4:39
10. December 25th - 4:11

Bob Baldwin's twist on holiday songs is the ultimate musical gift to the universe. Christmas favorites with the signature "Baldwin Twist", as he taps into his Gospel roots blended with Jazz and Soul Music. A timeless piece for the ages. "Trying to make a holiday record is so weird because it's seasonal," says the native New Yorker. "Doing Christmas jingles in August when sweat is rolling down your neck can be challenging, but after eight years of pulling music together, we finally came up with something that we hope speaks to the word 'classic', and something my audience can pull out every year and feel the music with a current type of sensibility. This is definitely one of my favorite projects recorded." - Bob Baldwin

The Gift Of Christmas

The Matthew Skoller Band - Shoulder To The Wind

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2000
Time: 53:11
Size: 122,3 MB
Label: Surfin'Dog (SD 01)
Styles: Blues/Chicago Blues
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. You Don't Even Know - 4:28
 2. To Live Your Life Like That - 5:42
 3. Chicago Wind - 4:30
 4. Grew Up On Vinyl - 3:51
 5. Delta Combat Zone - 6:10
 6. One Last Flower - 5:43
 7. Love Me Or Leave Me - 4:48
 8. Broke And Hungry - 4:36
 9. Hard Hearted Woman - 4:48
10. Mean Streak - 3:36
11. High Maintenence Mama - 4:55

Musicians:
Matthew Skoller - harp and vocals all tracks
Larry Skoller - guitar all tracks except: 4,11
Sidney James Wingfield - keyboards tracks: 1,2,3,6,7,8,9,10
Tim ‘Awesome’ Austin - drums all tracks except 11
Al ‘Get Down’ Brown - bass all tracks except 11
Wil Crosby - guitar tracks: 2,3,5,6,8
Johnny Iguana - piano track: 11
Deitra Farr - lead vocal 1st verse track 6
John Primer - lead vocal 4th verse track 6
Mike Avery - lead vocal 1st verse track 6 / background vocals on tracks: 2,6
Stokes - background vocals track: 2
Heitor Garcia - congas and percussion tracks: 2,3,5

MATTHEW SKOLLER is one of Chicago’s most respected harp blowers and blues bandleaders. For the past 27 years he has played all of Chicago’s heaviest showcase venues and toured much of the world with his super tight ensembles. Deeply rooted in the tradition of the Chicago blues elders with whom he worked and studied, Skoller has developed a unique style that conjures the past while being firmly planted in the present. His blues wardrobe clothes a range of original songs whose subject matter comments on many of the issues and realities of life during this age of technology, information and upheaval. Skoller, known for his fiery and engaging performances, combines passionate harp playing and singing with original song writing and prodigious production skills. He has self produced 4 of his own critically acclaimed cds. As a producer he has produced 2 award winning cds by Lurrie Bell: Let’s Talk About Love and The Devil Ain’t Got No Music. Skoller penned the title cut of the latter which was nominated for song of the year by the Blues Awards in the US. The same album was awarded the Prix Blues by L’Academie du Jazz in Paris, France in 2012. Matthew has played harmonica on two Grammy nominated cd’s in the last 4 years: Chicago Blues: A Living History and Still I Rise, by Heritage Blues Orchestra.
Matthew collaborated with his brother Larry Skoller (producer) on the Grammy nominated, historical project, Chicago Blues A living History and co produced and played on volume two The (R)evolution Continues which won Traditional album of the year at the Blues Awards in 2012. He lent his production experience, deep knowledge of Chicago Blues history, and his harmonica to this project that is now being hailed by critics as one of the greatest Chicago Blues events of our time.
In the last 4 years Matthew has played in Mali, Mauritania, Tunisia, Camaroon, asked to be a featured guest with Lurrie Bell at The Japan Blues Festival in Aomori Japan in 2012, only to be asked back in 2013 to headline the same festival with his own group! Matthew has been invited to perform twice at the Residence of the U.S. Ambassador to France in Paris. As well as playing the world renown Montreux Jazz Festival in 2012 and many other festivals throughout Europe and the US. Matthew is also a regular performer at New York City’s 55 Bar where he collaborates several times a year with many of his favorite New York musicians including Bill Sims Jr. and Junior Mack.
2013 Matthew was asked by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events to produce, organize and perform the grande finale of the Chicago Blues Festival. Skoller’s theme was Old School, New Millennium. His mentor James Cotton headlined this star-studded event which was acclaimed as one of the best all-star events in recent Chicago Blues Festival history.
When not on tour Matthew and his group can be seen live in Chicago at many venues including Buddy Guys Legends who has been employing Matthew since their club opened in 1989. 25 years and counting! Matthew has emerged as one of Chicago’s most accomplished blues-based artists.

Shoulder To The Wind

Peter White - Groovin’

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2016
Time: 47:54
Size: 110,2 MB
Label: Heads Up
Styles: Jazz/Smooth Jazz
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. Groovin’ - 4:31
 2. Do I Do - 4:55
 3. (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay - 4:38
 4. How Long - 5:43
 5. I Can See Clearly Now - 4:39
 6. I Heard It Through The Grapevine - 5:04
 7. Never Knew Love Like This Before - 6:31
 8. Sleepwalk - 4:18
 9. When Will I See You Again - 4:44
10. Here, There And Everywhere - 2:47

Arguably the most globally recognized of any (and I mean any) smooth jazz artist, guitarist Peter White will release his latest album, ‘Groovin’, on October 28 via Heads Up, a division of Concord Music Group. Despite it being White’s third collection of hugely personal interpretations of timeless hits, if his previous efforts (‘Reflections’ in 1994 and ‘Playin' Favorites’ that followed twelve years later) are anything to go by then ‘Groovin’ seems all set to be the contemporary jazz event of 2016 bar none. Like many of us who, in the UK, were teenagers in the sixties, White remained locked onto tiny transistor radios soaking up the exciting new sounds of bands such as the Beatles and emerging soul giants like Stevie Wonder, The Temptations and the Four Tops.
It is this music that provides the foundation for ‘Groovin’ while the first single to be released to radio this coming week will be ‘Do I Do’, the Stevie Wonder blockbuster that first saw the light of day in 1982 on Wonder’s highly acclaimed 'Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium'.

Groovin’

Two Bars From The Gun - Thief & Love

Bitrate: 320K/s
Year: 2014
Time: 50:19
Size: 115,7 MB
Label: Self Released
Styles: Rock/Americana/Alt-country
Art: Front

Tracks Listing:
 1. London Town - 4:09
 2. Moving On - 3:09
 3. Hard To Let Go - 4:12
 4. Autumn Ashes - 4:09
 5. Thief & Love - 4:18
 6. The Outcome - 4:01
 7. The Cure - 4:32
 8. When It All Goes Down - 4:03
 9. Ballad Of Chet Wilson - 5:39
10. My Greatest Collapse - 4:43
11. Believe Me - 6:13
12. Chet Wilson Choir - 1:04

Two Bars From The Gun got its start under the pen of a Florida boy holed up in a Pennsylvania winter. Wes Gow weathered the elements and unemployment with generous doses of Springsteen and Petty, and in the process discovered a love for telecasters and tweed-lacquered amps. After the spring thaw, Wes relocated his wife (and his songs) to Virginia Beach, where he made quick friends with bassist Rev Guill and drummer Heath Oderman. The three began rehearsing, writing, playing local shows, and collectively navigating the ever-changing tides of growing families and career moves in suburban America, never losing sight of their musical identity. In 2013, the trio limped into the studio, tired from a fews years of the local scene and not altogether certain what the future held. For the next year the band focused all their available energy on the album. Under the friendship and guidance of Jon Anderson at Whale Head Records, Two Bars From The Gun is proud to emerge with "Thief & Love," their first full length album!

Thief & Love