Eclectic Vibes

by Andrew Frey

Reviews From: Blues
Asylum Street Spankers - What? And Give Up Show Biz?

Asylum Street Spankers - What? And Give Up Show Biz?

Asylum Street Spankers
What? And Give Up Show Biz?
Label: Yellow Dog Records

The Spankers put on a humorous and entertaining show to be sure and this 2 disc set nicely displays the many facets of this extremely versatile band. Their classics are interspersed with stage banter and stories that round out the live show atmosphere.

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Jimmy "Duck" Holmes - Gonna Get Old Someday

Jimmy "Duck" Holmes
Gonna Get Old Someday
Label: Fat Possum Records

The Blue Front Café was the incubator for this simple smooth flowing style of blues known as the Bentonia Blues style, originated in Bentonia, MS and made famous by Skip James and Jack Owens. This release highlights what this style offers through one of the only known living practitioners.

Jimmy "Duck" Holmes Wiki

Tony Furtado - Deep Water

Tony Furtado - Deep Water

Tony Furtado
Deep Water
Label: Funzalo Records

Furtado is an award winning banjo prodigy and slide guitar player so it comes as no surprise that this release spotlights an entertaining blend of both instruments. The diverse songs are propelled by rich rhythmic undertones with a folksy flair.

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James Eisele - Coming Into A New Age

James Eisele - Coming Into A New Age

James Eisele
Coming Into A New Age
Label: Self Released

Sly, cool, and swinging jazz temptations are blown about by the blues guitar backbone this artist is known for. At some points I think I am listening to some forgotten Burl Ives record or something.

James Eisele Website

Matthew Montfort - Seven Serenades for Scalloped Fretboard Guitar

Matthew Montfort - Seven Serenades for Scalloped Fretboard Guitar

Matthew Montfort
Seven Serenades for Scalloped Fretboard Guitar
Label: Ancient Future Music

Being aptly titled to describe the non vocal guitar wizardry on this debut release from award winning Ancient Future band leader manages to expose his proficiencies and improvisational skills. Although well executed and technically proficient, the serenades are a tad on the dry side overall

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Wiyos - The Wiyos

Wiyos - The Wiyos

Wiyos
The Wiyos
Label: Self Released

Dubbing their output as “vaudevillian ragtime-jugband-blues and hillbilly swing,” this acoustic trio tells tales from an age gone by. Their lo-fi but not low energy music is comprised of the sounds from a washboard, harmonica, kazoo, archtop/resonator guitar/banjo-ukulele, an upright bass and three vocal for a full spectrum support. Kick ass!

The Wiyos Website

Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks - Tangled Tales

Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks - Tangled Tales

Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks
Tangled Tales
Label: Surfdog Records

This influential and enduring song writer hosts guests a plenty on these12 tracks of clever toe tapping and insightful lazy Americana with a jazzy, country western tilt and swingin’ swagger.

SEE LIVE 5/14 at Turner Hall Ballroom in Milwaukee; 5/15 at Majestic Theater in Madison, WI; 5/16 Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis

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Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam - Coming Up For Air

Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam - Coming Up For Air

Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam
Coming Up For Air
Label: Blix Street Records

Possessing all the trappings of “The Next Big Thing” including a big name producer (Peter Frampton), slots at a load of summer festivals, and a substantial amount of raw talent, this 22 year old British blues pop guitarist from the Isle of Man is on the fast track to achieving his goal.

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Damon Fowler - Sugar Shack

Damon Fowler - Sugar Shack

Damon Fowler
Sugar Shack
Label: Blind Pig Records

A new face from Brandon, FL that should soon be seen and recognized with classic swampy blues masters like Sonny Landreth, and Luther Allison, etc. Operating with an air of restraint, but fully able to crank it out this is one bluesman who brings the entire package.

Damon Fowler Website

Teddy Presberg - Outcries From A Sea Of Red

Teddy Presberg - Outcries From A Sea Of Red

Teddy Presberg
Outcries From A Sea Of Red
Label: Self Released

Whispering sweet psychedelic nothings through his jazz grooved riffs and soulful guitar funk has opened a vast arena of excitement for the followers of this instrumental bluesman. Responsible for a multitude of repeated plays.

Teddy Presberg Website

Blue Olives - Marmalade

Blue Olives - Marmalade

Blue Olives
Marmalade
Label: Self Released

Upbeat, slick and well juiced blues and blues rock backed with swingin’ sassy horns and a gutsy robust vocal blast. This Janesville powerhouse boasts a 15 year history, playing the area often and gigging weekly at Fin’s in Newville.

The Blue Olives Website

Jimi Tenor & Tony Allen - Inspiration Information

Jimi Tenor & Tony Allen - Inspiration Information

Jimi Tenor & Tony Allen
Inspiration Information
Label: Strut Records

Pairing together Finnish experimental musician Jimi Tenor with Tony Allen, an amazing Afrobeat drumming legend, has ushered forth a curious cache of mind warbling avant jazz creations .  Lyrics are spun with experience and dark sarcasm while being treated with tribal beats, horns, flutes, and samples through a wildly unpredictable imagination.

Jimi Tenor & Tony Allen Website

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