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Eric Steckel Band : A Few Degrees Warmer
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With a feeling and natural ability that can't be explained for someone so young, Eric delivers a blues guitar performance with an intensity and skill that never fails to amaze. OUT OF STOCK-PLEASE LOOK FOR ERIC STECKEL "EARLY PICKIN"
Genre: Blues: Guitar Blues
Release Date: 2002
A Few Degrees Warmer
Eric Steckel Band
Record Label: Muttlee Records
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Preview Song Name Time Buy
1. Rude Mood 3:40 Album Only
2. Red House 5:59 Album Only
3. Hideaway 5:56 Album Only
4. Crossroads 3:14 Album Only
5. The Sad Nite Owl 6:03 Album Only
6. Jaywalkin' 4:44 Album Only
7. Where I Play My Blues 8:17 Album Only
8. Lenny 11:21 Album Only
9. The Sky is Crying 9:10 Album Only
10. Bad Dog 6:05 Album Only
11. The Thrill is Gone 3:52 Album Only
12. Steppin' Out 5:22 Album Only
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Album Notes

Originally from Pennsylvania where he was first known for his energetic guest appearances with many of the area's finest performers, Eric's early musical influences inspired him to pick up his first Fender Stratocaster at the age of nine.

There was no looking back.......

Eric's passion for the Blues and natural command of the scene enabled him to eventually share the stage with nationally known artists including Bob Margolin, Debbie Davies, James Armstrong, Steve Guyger, Kenny Neal, Chris Beard, Tommy Castro, Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Solomon Burke, Ronnie Baker Brooks and Hubert Sumlin.

In 2004, Eric joined John Mayall and The Bluesbreakers on their Scandinavian Tour as the "youngest person ever on stage with the Bluesbreakers". Eric left a lasting impression on Mayall who later invited Eric to join him in the studio during the "Road Dogs" sessions. Eric's lead guitar work is featured on the track "Chaos in the Neighborhood".

With a feeling and natural ability that just can't be explained for someone so young, Eric delivers a Freddy-BB-Albert King influenced performance with an intensity and skill that never fails to amaze anyone who sees him. With a style at times reminiscent of an early-Clapton, Eric combines a variety of influences while reminding everyone the real thing comes from the heart and soul.

The Eric Steckel Band's CD, A Few Degrees Warmer, was recorded LIVE in April 2002 when Eric was just 11 years old.

Although the ESB would later release "High Action" in 2004 and "Havana" in 2006, both of which are available through CD Baby, "A Few Degrees" continues to be a Blues Guitar fan favorite around the world.

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REVIEWS

UNBELIEVABLE!!!
author: paul h
                            
I first heard this at a bar I frequent and was impressed enough I got on line and ordered ALL his cds the next day. Then when I saw a picture of him and realized how young he is, I was just dumbfounded. Joe bonamassa, Aynsley Lister, George Castiglia, and now Eric Steckel; the electric blues is truley in good hands for a long time to come! On top of his playing ability he is also WRITING HIS OWN SONGS at 15! Hey Eric, how about playing a gig in Milwaukee? If you havn't already sent promo copies to radio station WMSE 91.7 in Milwaukee do so today. They are the only station in is city that plays this type of music. Good luck and keep playin'!

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highspeed guitar quality
author: Plattenkiste a German Recordshop
                            
...unbelivable young boy. i wish i will do the same in my second life. how old are your kids? listen to that amazing CD.

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author: W.V.Griffin
                            
I heard Eric on New Years Eve on the radio ,when i first heard him playing The Sky Is Crying .Me and my brother were both guessing ,i thought the guitar was many Melvin Taylor and then we heard him sing .Now i couldn't wait for song to end to see who it was ,it was followed by another song .My brother then called the station and we couldn't believe,11 years old ! When i got home ,i bought Havana from Napster and next i ordered A Few Degrees Warmer from CD Baby.They both are smokin' hot ,Kenny Wayne and Johnny Lang can't touch him !! It's like SRV and Jimmy reborn,keep on rockin' and would love for you to come to Raliegh N.C. sometime.Hey my aunt and uncle use to live in Allentown PA. also. Next how about a live DVD ? Thanks ,W.V.Griffin

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nobody else this good at 11 years old
author: Bob
                            
What more can be said, after seeing Eric Live in November 2006 i am mesmerized by his talent and natural abilties for someone 15 years old.
I don't know if Hendrix or Stevie were this good at 15 years old but Eric will be just as big as Hendrix or Stevie Ray in time.
Only time stands in the way from his true destiny, he's still a kid and this good, wait till he grows up a little and really shows us what he's got!

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