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. GraeberJOHN-ALEX MASON
JOOK JOINT THUNDERCLAP
RANDY McALLISTER AND THE SCRAPPIEST BAND IN THE MOTHERLAND
PAPERBAG SALVATION
ERNIE HAWKINS
Whinin' Boy
RORY BLOCK
SHAKE 'EM ON DOWN- A TRIBUTE TO MISSISSIPPI FRED MCDOWELL
ANA POPOVIC
Unconditional
JIMMY THACKERY
EXTRA JIMMIES
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