"On this bombastic follow-up to his 2013 sophomore album, Khatib invites listeners to dive into his signature garage rock style with lead single 'Moonlight,' a track full of the fuzz and swagger heard on Head in the Dirt and 2011's Will the Guns Come Out."
Review of Hanni El Khatib's latest album Moonlight, released in January 2015.
Published by Blues Rock Review on February 25, 2015.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/02/hanni-el-khatib-moonlight-review.html
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Davy Knowles: The Outsider Review
"Comprised of 11 official songs and two bonus tracks, the album pays homage to several of Knowles's influences, from his homeland ("Island Bound") to Woody Guthrie (bonus track "Pastures of Plenty," a Guthrie original). Featuring the strong vocals and expert guitar stewardship Knowles gained attention for through performances at popular American festivals like Coachella and Bonnaroo, Knowles's new album shows that, title aside, his music is prized among fans and attractive to new listeners."
Review of Davy Knowles's second solo album The Outsider, released independently in late 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/02/davy-knowles-the-outsider-review.html
Review of Davy Knowles's second solo album The Outsider, released independently in late 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/02/davy-knowles-the-outsider-review.html
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Richie Kotzen: Cannibals Review
"Richie Kotzen is a music-making machine. Twenty solo records, formerly part of the bands Poison and Mr. Big, ongoing work with the power trio the Winery Dogs, frequent touring - Kotzen does it all."
Review of Richie Kotzen's 20th solo record Cannibals, out January 2015.
Published by Blues Rock Review.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/01/richie-kotzen-cannibals-review.html
Review of Richie Kotzen's 20th solo record Cannibals, out January 2015.
Published by Blues Rock Review.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/01/richie-kotzen-cannibals-review.html
Monday, January 12, 2015
Altered Five Blues Band: Cryin' Mercy Review
"Altered Five have fun with their music: they maintain strong rhythms and stick to a contemporary blues sound, but rules of form and sound don't get in their way. Instead, Altered Five let their music evolve as they play, giving tracks like 'Counterfeit Lover' and 'Who's Your Lover' a live feel."
Review of Altered Five Blues Band's third album Cryin' Mercy, released October 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review on January 12, 2015.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/01/altered-five-blues-band-cryin-mercy-review.html
Review of Altered Five Blues Band's third album Cryin' Mercy, released October 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review on January 12, 2015.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2015/01/altered-five-blues-band-cryin-mercy-review.html
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
JW-Jones: Belmont Boulevard Review
"The emotion present on 'Coming After Me' and the impressive soloing on 'Watch Your Step' make these tracks two of Jones's best, though 'Magic West Side Boogie' and 'Cocaine Boy' are also remarkable for the fun-loving and somber intensity they alternately provide."
Review of Belmont Boulevard, released in October by Canadian bluesman JW-Jones.
Published by Blues Rock Review on December 23, 2014.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/12/jw-jones-belmont-boulevard-review.html
Review of Belmont Boulevard, released in October by Canadian bluesman JW-Jones.
Published by Blues Rock Review on December 23, 2014.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/12/jw-jones-belmont-boulevard-review.html
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Richie Kotzen Interview
Richie Kotzen discusses the selection process behind his forthcoming solo collection The Essential Richie Kotzen and offers insight into the album's two new tracks.
Published by Blues Rock Review on August 20, 2014.
Read the full interview here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/08/richie-kotzen-interview.html
Published by Blues Rock Review on August 20, 2014.
Read the full interview here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/08/richie-kotzen-interview.html
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Walter Trout Interview
On the heels of both an album release and a liver transplant, blues guitarist/singer/songwriter Walter Trout shares insight on his new songs and an update on his health.
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 31, 2014.
Read the full interview here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/walter-trout-interview.html
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 31, 2014.
Read the full interview here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/walter-trout-interview.html
Monday, July 28, 2014
Indigenous feat. Mato Nanji: Time Is Coming Review
"Though more familiar than innovative, Time Is Coming is a substantial collection that speaks to Nanji's musical talent and sincere understanding of the blues."
Review of Time is Coming, the 10th studio album by Indigenous released May 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 28, 2014.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/indigenous-feat-mato-nanji-time-is-coming-review.html
Review of Time is Coming, the 10th studio album by Indigenous released May 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 28, 2014.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/indigenous-feat-mato-nanji-time-is-coming-review.html
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Interview with Scott Holiday of Rival Sons
Two weeks after the release of their latest studio effort Great Western Valkyrie, Rival Sons headed to New York City to play the first of two back-to-back sold-out shows before launching the European leg of their tour in July. With Great Western Valkyrie already galvanizing rock critics critics around the globe, guitarist Scott Holiday took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the progressive new record with Blues Rock Review.
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 10, 2014.
Read the full interview here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/interview-with-scott-holiday-of-rival-sons.html
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 10, 2014.
Read the full interview here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/interview-with-scott-holiday-of-rival-sons.html
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Royal Southern Brotherhood: HeartSoulBlood Review
"Exhibiting fluid transitions within each number and a solid collaborative element overall, HeartSoulBlood is evidence of the positive effects serious touring can have on a group."
Review of Royal Southern Brotherhood's second studio album HeartSoulBlood, released June 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 8, 2014.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/royal-southern-brotherhood-heartsoulblood-review.html
Review of Royal Southern Brotherhood's second studio album HeartSoulBlood, released June 2014.
Published by Blues Rock Review on July 8, 2014.
Read the full review here: http://bluesrockreview.com/2014/07/royal-southern-brotherhood-heartsoulblood-review.html
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