Mulatu Astatke
MotherlandSteps Ahead 2010 via Strut Records
Chet is under the humble impression there are only two kinds of music: music that is real, which moves you and that you can feel; and music that doesn't. He prefers to spin the former.
Bluesy version different than one heard on soundtrack to movie "Labamba."
The Ebony Hillbillies (Jamaica, New York) are one of the last active African-American string bands.
"Ridin' the Darkhorse" was recorded and mixed by Billy Horton at Fort Horton Studios (a former living room) in Austin TX.
Nick Curran & the Lowlifes appear at Billy's Lounge in Grand Rapids on Thurs. July 22. The band will feature Billy Horton (Hot Club of Cowtown, Gary Primich band) on upright bass.