author: Stan Wilhite
I worked with Dennis off and on over a period of several years. I was always really impressed with his playing and especially his singing. The sad part of my experience with him is the fact that I never even knew about this album until he was gone. Dennis I pray that somehow you can hear me. This album is GREAT!!!!! I'm so sorry circumstance were like they were, and we never really had a chance to get to know each other. Since I can't find the album, I play the samples all the time. We miss you son.....but be assured, you did extremely well while you were here, and you were looked up to by a lot of folks like me. I hope you're somewhere "up there" playin' and singing....God bless you son. Stan Wilhite
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Dennis Clifton
author: W Beck
If you don't like this one, there just HAS to be somthin' wrong with you! I'm sorry.
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Rocks!
author: Bengan
"Detour You" is one of these blues songs that really kicks! And that voice... Hmm, it reminds me of someone else, but it wont come up in my mind... However beautiful! The album really feels like the south, soft with pressure, engaging your blues nerve!
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author: Brad at CD Baby
Clifton cites his musical style as being "honed from Delta Blues, Southern Rock, New Orleans Jazz and Muscle Shoals Soul." On paper, it looks like quite a bouillabaisse of distinct sounds, but his knack for blending them together yields an affinity within these genres that is both sensible and intriguing. The album starts with "Detour You," a semi-raucous blues number that incorporates both classic rock and country vibes while managing to be as pensive as it is fun. Clifton handles all the guitar duties (including lap steel and dobro) on the album and is razor sharp when it comes to tones and placement. "Boogie Woogie Woman" is a revved up rocker, featuring some rugged guitar work that fits perfectly within the context of the lyrics. Switching gears, he follows it with "If Leaving Was Easy," a lyrically downhearted lament that is echoed beautifully in his crying guitar licks. With top notch musicians backing him on keys, sax, and some tasteful backing vocals, he is able to crank the sound up to Southern Rock levels, but just as easily step back and delicately select individual notes. This seemingly effortless versatility is impressive, and sure to appeal to fans of blues, classic rock, country, or those who simply enjoy some fine guitar playing.
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