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Monthly Archives: June 2000
North Mississippi Allstars: Shake Hands with Shorty
The North Mississippi Allstars are the sons of well-known bluesmen and producers who play roots rock and boogie blues with spirit and abandon. This first CD comes after three years of gigging and includes favorite songs by Fred McDowell, R.L. … Continue reading
Alvin Youngblood Hart: Start with the Soul
After more than a decade of playing acoustic blues and roots music, guitarist Alvin Youngblood Hart has produced an electric CD of songs he calls ‘freedom rock.’ Hart loaded his guitars and amps into his truck and hit the road … Continue reading
Brazzaville: Brazzaville 2002
Saxophonist David Brown, known for playing with Beck, has brought together some of his favorite musicians to record a CD of “tropicalia” inspired by his world travels. In 2002, he says, he wants to buy a freighter and play in … Continue reading
Jurassic 5: Quality Control
The major label debut from this veteran L.A. Crew has been as well received as it was eagerly awaited. The J-5 flavor is a toast to the classic elements of hip-hop: funk, epic sensibility, upfull humor and bomb DJ’s. “Quality … Continue reading
Savoy Doucet: Sam’s Big Rooster
Cajun traditional music is alive and well in this fourth release by the Savoy Doucet Cajun Band, featuring Louisiana stalwarts Mark and Ann Savoy, son Joel, and Michael Doucet (of Beausoleil). The album consists of new songs that sound as … Continue reading