2007-11-30
The Phantom Blues Band emerged from its spectral presence as long-time backer of Taj Mahal to make their own recipe of blues gumbo. The twice Grammy awarded band features the seasoned session players who've backed notables such as Joe Cocker and Bob Dylan. While the Phantom Blues Band continue to work with Taj Mahal, this 2001 W.C. Handy "Band of the Year" recipient serves up a savvy slice of groove. Highlights include Freddie King's "See See Baby" and the Ray Charles tune "A Fool for You." The Phantom Blues Band's "Footsteps" continues the work of sleeping giants. - Daniel J. Graeber
ELLEN WHYTE
FOUR WAY STOP
REVEREND RAVEN AND THE CHAIN SMOKIN' ALTER BOYS
SHAKE YOUR BOOGIE
KILBORN ALLEY
Four
JIMMIE VAUGHAN
PLAYS MORE BLUES, BALLADS & FAVORITES
CEDRIC BURNSIDE AND LIGHTNIN’ MALCOLM -
2 MAN WRECKING CREW
LAURIE MORVAN
GRAVITY
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