Bourne, Quitzau, Madagascar Slim - Tri-Continental 2000

Styles: acoustic blues, world

Recorded: West Lodge Sound Toronto, november 1999 and january 2000

Released: 2000

Label: T&M Bremen Germany

File: MP3 @ 320K/s

Size: 129,1 MB

Time: 56:14

Scans: full

1. Waiting - 4:57

2. Scarecrow Murders - 6:20

3. MBO - 6:08

4. Red Moon - 4:11

5. These Blues - 5:28

6. Bill Miner - 5:24

7. Fiderana - 4:50

8. The Chant - 4:20

9. The House - 5:42

10. Precious Love - 4:20

11. Yesterday Is Gone - 4:29

3 x 1 = .... ONE? Now that sounds like a wrong calculation in a mathematical sense, but transfered to this new musical project coming from three astounding Canadian guitarists and vocalists it does seem to make sense artistically. And thats because the music to be discovered on TRI-CONTINENTAL melts three highly individual voices into one collective and wonderful new voice: a new voice that almost effortlessly combines musical styles of different origin with an attitude of dedication and playfulness. With this collective spirit, TRI-CONTINENTAL ties up to other successful blues/folk/worldmusic fusions of recent times, especially since the music on the album is fueled by a spirit of mutual friendship and respect. Its the same kind of spirit that seems to be present on many of Ry Cooders recent collaborations and its a cornerstone of this record as well.

TRI-CONTINENTAL is nothing less than a triple word-play, first of all. On the musical geography level, the three players Bill Bourne, Lester Quitzau and Madagascar Slim (a.k.a. Ben Randriamananjara) each accentuate different styles from different musical continents: While Ben Bourne likes to draw on his Celtic and folk influences, Lester Quitzau is first and foremost a remarkably open-minded bluesman. Last but not least, Madagascar Slim combines the musical traditions of his African homeland with blues-inspired playing of a truly individual nature. Level no. 2 might even refer to "Continental" as a brand name for resonator guitars but it certainly refers to the "Tri-Cone" metal horns used for creating the one-of-a-kind sound of resonator guitars. Instruments that have always occupied a central place in many bluesmens consciousness from Blind Lemon Jefferson to Taj Mahal. The quite attractive but more profane level no. 3 points us to the somewhat stylish vehicle to be found on the cover of this album. Its Bill Bournes favorite car his 68 Lincoln Continental...

So what does TRI-CONTINENTAL sound like?

Anyone familiar with recent work by artists like Chris Whitley or Eric Bibb will appreciate the intense vibe on this album. Despite all the stylistic diversification, its a musical mosaic of great intensity and immense consistency recorded live in the studio. These guys are curious and know how to listen, they communicate and project a sense of emotional directness on each of the albums eleven tracks. There is 12-bar-forms in the disguise of country spirituals, tasteful fingerstyle and slide work on every corner and folk blues gems à la Mississippi John Hurt are being brought into the present. Tight and atmospheric percussion patterns are used to embellish the fascinating complexity of Malagassy rhythms. The vocal arrangements are concise and to the point. There is hypnotising improvisation next to inventive guitar arrangements and the music creates a very soulful and spiritual atmosphere. Its the creation of a new collective voice out of three individual ones that can be witnessed here. Its a process thats a joy to hear.

Musicians:

Bill Bourne: vocals, acoustic guitar, fiddle

Lester Quitzau: vocals, slide guitar (electric and acoustic), kalimba

Madagascar Slim: vocals, electric and acoustic guitar, valiha

Isaak Kojo: background vocals, percussion

Joe Dunphy: drum

Dawn Tyler - Ten Dollar Dress - 2001

Dawn Tyler Watson, known as Canada’s ‘Queen of the Blues’ is widely recognized as one of the best Canadian artists on the blues scene. Her recent Maple Blues Award for Best Female Vocalist follows receiving the 2004 Trophée France Blues for Best International Artist and the 2002 International Screamin’ Jay Hawkins Award, which is given to the international artist who has done an outstanding tour and is voted for by blues fans in France. She has toured the festival circuits in Canada, Europe and the US with her band, the Dawn Tyler Blues Project, and as a duo. Dawn’s rich palette of styles includes blues, jazz and gospel influences, and her fabulous voice and incandescent stage presence make for an unforgettable experience.

Denise Lasalle - Still Bad - 1994

Size: 110,0 MB

Time: 46:59

File: MP3 @ 320K/s

Released: 1994

Styles: Blues Soul

Label: Malaco

Art: Front

01. Right Side Of The Wrong Bed (4:00)

02. Soft-Hearted Woman (4:26)

03. Three People (3:10)

04. No Supervision (5:05)

05. Child Of The Getto (3:54)

06. Dial 1-900-Get-Some (5:03)

07. Risky Business (4:41)

08. The Sweeter Man (4:01)

09. It Ain't Over Til The Fat Lady Sings (3:54)

10. A Woman Needs To Be Loved (4:16)

11. The Bitch Is Bad (4:24)

Still Bad demonstrated that at 54, Denise LaSalle was still very much on top of her game. As its title indicates, the veteran soul and blues singer hadn't mellowed with age--those who love to hear LaSalle taking a sassy, in-your-face approach won't be disappointed by trash-talking numbers like "1-900-GET-SOME," "Right Side of the Wrong Bed" or "The Bitch Is Bad." But true to form, LaSalle has no problem turning around and showing a more sensitive side of herself on "Child of the Ghetto," an inspiring, poignant ballad describing a poor woman's determination to improve her life. LaSalle's Malaco output of the 1980s and 1990s was quite consistent, and with Still Bad, the singer once again excels by sticking with what she does best.

Ronnie Earl - Deep Blues - 1982

Styles: Modern Electric Blues,

Recorded: 1982/1984

Released: 1988

Label: Black Top

File: mp3 @ 320 kbps

Size: 153.03 MB

Time: 66:12

Art: Full

1. Ronnnie Johnnie - 2:57

2. I Smell Trouble - 4:23

3. She Winked Her Eye - 3:54

4. Baby Doll Blues - 6:05

5. Riding in the Moonlight - 4:06

6. My Home Is a Prison - 5:15

7. Sick and Tired - 2:30

8. I'll Take Care Of You - 5:16

9. San-Ho-Zay (Smokin') - 3:34

10. You Give Me Nothing But the Blues - 2:39

11. Follow Your Heart - 3:42

12. Why Should I Feel So Bad? - 5:28

13. You've Got Me Wrong - 3:11

14. Narcolepsy (Mr. Earl Wakes Up Late!) - 3:55

15. Some Day, Some Way - 3:27

16. No More Chances - 3:16

17. Gonna Wait for My Chance - 2:43

Personnel: Ronnie EARL - Guitars

on tracks 1-9 with:

Michael 'Mudcat' Ward - Bass

John Rossi - Drums

Sugar Ray Norcia, Kim Wilson - Harmonicas, Vocals

Greg Piccolo, Kaz Kazanoff - Tenor Saxophones

Doug 'Mr.Low' James - Baritone Saxophone

Anthony Geraci, David Maxwell - Organ, Piano

on tracks 10-17 with:

Sugra Ray Norcia - Harmonica, Vocals

Anthony Geraci - Organ, Piano

Michael 'Mudcat' Ward - Bass

Neil Gouvin - Drums

Note: This album combines two of first LP by Ronnie Earl. Tracks 1-9 was recorded in 1982, and releases on 1983 titled as 'Smokin'. Tracks 10-17 (without two tracks!) was recorded on 1984 and released in 1985 as 'They Call Me Mr. Earl'.

On band with this tracks we have Sugar Ray and Kim Wilson on harmonica and vocals! This is early Earl albums, and...very good music!

Nanette Workman - Vanilla Blues Cafe - 2003

Nanette Workman is taking care of business at the "Vanilla Blues Café"! Following up on the success of "Roots N Blues", the Mississippi Queen now proposes a sweet cocktail of Electric and Acoustic Blues with a twist of Rock and just a dash of Soul. What gives these 11 tracks their hard-edged taste are the c ollaborations; be it with Eric Lapointe on a remake of the hit "Rock Steady" (written by Bryan Adams), or with talented guests like Jimmy James, Jim Zellers and Jean Millaire. And let's not forget her very special rendition of "I Lost My Baby" by Quebec star Jean Leloup, the perfect punch to a well-blended album.

Styles: female blues, roots, rock

Released: 2003

File: MP3 @ 320K/s

Size: 120,8 MB

Time: 52:46

Scans: front

1. Hound Dog Man - 3:31

2. Beau Romeo - 4:33

3. INeed Love - 4:43

4. Alive & Kickin' Around - 5:11

5. Your Love For My Tears - 3:59

6. I Lost My Baby - 4:34

7. Walking Into Clarksdale - 5:50

8. Do Right Woman, Do Right Man - 6:18

9. On The Inside - 4:29

10. Rock Steady - 3:29

11. Vaniila Blues Café - 6:03

Carolyn Fe - Original Sin - 2011

Styles: female blues

Released: 2011

Label: Carolyn Fe

File: MP3 @ 320K/s

Size: 112,7 MB

Time: 49:12

Scans: front

1. Original Sin - 4:02

2. Broken String - 4:44

3. Baby Bye Bye - 2:37

4. Devil's Fool - 3:49

5. ADJa Wali - 4:57

6. You And Me And The Blues - 6:03

7. Don't Be So Sad - 4:03

8. Rant - 3:46

9. Manual Overdrive - 4:29

10. Let's Soar - 5:35

11. Bow Wow - 2:22

12. Some More - 2:40

“The heat of my touch brings fire to your skin, a sip of your gin brings me back to the Original Sin.”

- Lyrics from the title track, written by Carolyn Fe

Since the release of her 2009 debut EP entitled - Carolyn Fe 100% - this Montreal Blueswoman has been working very hard gigging and gathering up a loyal following. While all this was happening, the past year was spent writing up the new material contained in this full-length CD entitled "Original Sin", and to top it off the band evolved and a name change had to happen, so here it is! Say "Hello" to The Carolyn Fe Blues Collective! The name change better reflects the collaborative efforts between Carolyn Fe and her band mates. As well, the band will have the opportunity of inviting guest artists to play along with them as they promote their new CD, Original Sin.

This album finds Carolyn Fe in her true element as she performs original material that depict the darker shade of the Blues from “Broken String” to “Rant” all the way to the title track, “Original Sin”. This album marks a homecoming for Carolyn Fe and the members of the band. Check out the Youtube link and take a peek at a few days in the life of the band at work in the studio: http://youtu.be/XTBrpNV-5xc

Carolyn Fe (Vocals) ::

George Papafilys (Guitar) ::

Tim Alleyne (Keyboard) ::

Oisin Little (Bass) ::

Dan Legault (Drums)

“She's got blood on her shoulders, she's done something that no man can.”

- Excerpt from “Broken String”, written by Carolyn Fe

David Vest - Rock A While - 2010

Bitrate: 320K/s

Time: 52:54

Size: 123.5 MB

Label: Criminal Records

Styles: Piano blues, Contemporary country-blues

Year: 2010

Art: Front

[4:45] 1. Rock A While

[3:52] 2. Blind Mule

[1:27] 3. Monklite In Vermouth

[2:42] 4. Magic City Shuffle

[4:20] 5. What's On Your Mind

[5:12] 6. Running Partner (Studio Version)

[3:27] 7. Let's Go Too Far

[2:50] 8. Bad Little Boogie

[2:41] 9. Little Big-Eyes

[3:18] 10. Whiskey And Women

[4:33] 11. Natural Born Lover

[3:38] 12. I Got A Baby

[3:40] 13. It Don't Make Sense (You Can't Make Peace)

[2:34] 14. Both Hands Blue

[3:49] 15. Blind Mule Bluff

David Vest is a natural-born house-wrecker, and it won't take him ten seconds to grab listeners with Rock A While, his first solo release in five years. The new CD features ten Vest originals, plus seldom-covered songs by John Lee Hooker, Fats Domino, Gene Vincent and Willie Dixon. After the opening rocker, Blind Mule heads straight into some of the deepest (and darkest) country blues to be heard, based on a story too wild and improbable to be anything but true. This stuff came from life, not books, just as David learned how to write songs like Magic City Shuffle not by listening to recordings but by playing with Big Joe Turner in his prime. The heart of the album may be the three live tracks from what one writer called 'the performance of the year,' at the Waterfront Blues Festival. 'I'm the last of my kind,' says David, and he's got a point. From the back of a flatbed truck in Alabama, tonight clubs and festival stages around the world, this man has been rockin' and shoutin' the blues since 1957.