Dean Hall
The Ghost of James Bell
© 1997 Dean Hall Music (645417319729)
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"Musically speaking, he scared the hell out of me" ~ Texas Blues Magazine
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If Jimi Hendrix had grown up in eastern Kentucky he may have sounded a lot like Dean Hall. Hall's infusion of intense guitar wrangling, extreme vocal range, and clever, masterful songwriting creates a unique sound that easily spans the genres of rock, blues, and country. His songwriting roots run deep; his father is the legendary country music Hall of Fame member, Tom T. Hall.
While continuing to pursue his own artist career, Hall toured as band leader and lead guitarist for multi-platinum selling artist, Gretchen Wilson from 2005-2006. He had the opportunity to perform his original music for both national and international audiences and received an overwhelming response. Hall and Wilson wrote five songs as well as the title cut for her highly anticipated third album "The Girl I Am" due out in May, 2007.
“Polished! Hot! Absolutely incredible! Will blow your mind!” — Dion, KLOS, Los Angeles, CA
His unique look and musical wares landed Hall a supporting role in the DreamWorks film "The Last Castle" starring Robert Redford and James Gandolfini. He also wrote, produced, and sang "Chiseled in Stone" for the movie and soundtrack. Not bad for a guy who started as an extra in the movie. His first lines were with Redford.
Hall has become one of the southeast's favorite entertainers. In 1998 Winston Cup Racing tapped him to perform on the NASCAR circuit. The NASCAR crowd loved his intense guitar driven sound. He was consistently drawing over-capacity crowds of 10,000 - 18,000 people in the infields as the only performer on the show. Hall's natural athletic ability also landed him another opportunity while on the NASCAR tour; when he wasn't playing music, he was Jimmy Spencer's jackman for the 1999 Winston Cup season.
“…musically speaking, he scared the hell out of me.” —Texas Blues Magazine, Houston, TX
Hall has two CD's on his independent label, Python Records, (available at CD Baby) and he's currently writing and recording songs for his third. For more information go to: www.deanhall.com.
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Dean Hall
author: Shauna HolmenAwesome CD all together
Absolutely the best when it comes to southernrocknblues...radio is missing alot
author: Debb CongoIt's a hard start w/"My baby's a pig" for the first song,but then Dean blasts away thru the whole cd, love the lyrics, and am moved by the rockin'guitar,this cd leaves me wishing for more....loved the whole thing!!!....gim'me more!
A must have for giutar freaks!!
author: Jason Albert - musician - HEARTLANDYou owe to yourself to grab this, or any other Dean Hall project. Agressive! and bad A$$, all the way around.
Awesome work
author: CransyI've never been the one to say "hey you got to listen to this blues/rock artist bro" but after hearing this cd. I show everyone that passes me and looks my ipod
We love to listen to Dean Hall.
author: Dana WMy husband use to watch/listen Dean Hall play at Rivalry's. He really enjoys seeing him play with Gretchen Wilson. We also like watching him in the Music Mofia. He is a great singer and guitar player!
Exceptional CD! Stevie Ray Vaughnesque!
author: KBecherLoved the CD. Good mix of blues/country/rock and interesting lyrics. Ghost of James Bell is best short story in a song!
Butt Kickin Blues!
author: Christine MartinThe Ghost of James Bell is a great CD for the blues fan!! The title track is a haunting tale that will leave you absorbed in the story. Dean shows his great talent on this CD, he's a helluva guitar man!
INCREDIBLE
author: MM FANWhat can I say this is Awesome music.
Rockin blues with licks that kill
author: Mike J.This CD is sweet, I've heard a lot of newer blues and this takes the cake as the best. Deans guitar licks on the album just blow me away, and the lyrics are just as good. A much needed improvement from "Shed my Skin" I think.
Rockin', soulful Southern rock!
author: Mark B. Rohrer, MDThis CD is a superb collection of soulful, rocking Southern blues-based rock. Mr. Hall's singing is gut-wrenching and always sincere. His guitar playing is a synthesis of several great styles while at the same time has the stamp of his own individual approach. We need to hear more from him!
Rockin' Blues that you feel, Lyrics that will haunt you !
author: Rod GirardDeans guitar licks seem to be coming at you from everwhere. The Ghost of James Bell will haunt you.My Babys a Pig,Waitin by the Railroad and Moonshiners Daughter will have you beating on the dashboard.Seems that he has written the songs of his life in good and bad times.What music should be! REAL!!
Growing talent
author: Richard Amery Kenora Daily Miner and NewsDean Hall, Nashville blues renegade and full fledged member of the Musik Mafia alongside the likes of Big and Rich and Gretchen Wilson, continues his development on his second CD — The Ghost of James Bell. He continues blending clever wordplay with ZZ Top style pinch harmonic riffs, and a rapier sharp wit, but spreads his wings to include the blood curdling folk style title track, Ghost of James Bell, which wouldn’t sound out of place on a Montgomery Gentry or Travis Tritt album, to the catchy Cadillac Ranch riff of the hilarious Low Down, Upper Class Tax Bracket Blues, to the more laid back, Louis Armstrong (vocally) style shuffle of Everybody’s Got the Blues. My Baby’s A Pig examines the tribulations of dating a gorgeous policewoman. Hillbilly Cool and Dad’s in Jail just cook. Throughout, Hall creates big singable choruses, grooves and melodies which stick in the ears. The Ghost of James Bell came out in 1997, so it’s about time we heard his third CD don’t you think?
Dean at his best!
author: RamboWhen you hear this one you'll be chompin' to hear his next one.
Loved it!
author: Debbie RussellThe CD was really great. Looking forward to your next one.
If u go, u wont want to leave!
author: Jeff HintonDeans shows are explosive...his powerful playing and voice will bring u back...again and again...When u listen to the song...the ghost of james bell....u will have goose bumps all over....this song alone should put Dean on the top of the charts....Dean,keep them coming...sincerely....Jeff Hinton...louisville ky.
We need more of this guy!!
author: STEVE BAIRDNashville and the whole world needs more of this guy. He's like a white Hendrix. He must be one of Nashville's best kept secrets. My only complaint is that there are only two cd's. This is great music. Please check it out!
If you like hard guitar & blues... get it!
author: Jon CamoesasTired of the same old crap from the radio? Dean is hard playing and fresh. Cd is a must.
Great Music
author: CharlesTimmonsgreat innovated music a really great blues album