LAITH AL-SAADI: Long Time Coming

Laith Al-Saadi

Long Time Coming

© 2005 Laith Al-Saadi (825346722221)

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A dazzling, much anticipated debut album from this Singer/Guitarist. Long Time Coming masterfully fuses Rock, Blues, R&B, and Jazz to form a unique style of its own while holding true to its roots. A must have for Blues guitar and Telecaster aficionados.

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THE FIRST SOLO RELEASE FROM THE 2006 GUITARMAGEDDON "KING OF THE BLUES" NORTHERN U.S. CHAMPION!!!

Long Time Coming from Laith Al-Saadi
 
R & B-blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Laith Al-Saadi has just released his first CD release, Long Time Coming, which showcases the talent and experience of this hardworking musician. “This CD comes from years having a bunch of tunes in the can…10 years of writing and performing culminates here…” This gifted 28 year old was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan and began singing classically at age 4. An avid fan of the Beatles, he became interested in songwriting and began to play guitar at age 13. 
 After learning the Beatles repertoire he got turned on to the blues through his favorite guitarists. From guitar idols like Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page and Eric Clapton, Laith then began listening to the true blues heroes like Elmore James, Buddy Guy, B.B. King, Freddie and Albert King. The Blues then opened the door to a great love of Jazz and Al-Saadi began listening to instrumentalists like Pat Metheny, John Scofield, and Thelonius Monk.
 At age 15, Al-Saadi formed a blues band, Blue Vinyl with some other young musicians from the renowned Community High School Jazz Program and they began creating a buzz around the Ann Arbor area. With the success of their album 9:03 the band opened for several great performers including Buddy Guy, Luther Allison, Chris Duarte, Rod Piazza and WAR. In the summer of 1995, Blue Vinyl then played a tour of the Netherlands culminating with the opening performance at the North Sea Jazz festival in Den Haag, Netherlands.
 Laith then went on to study Guitar and Bass performance at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI then later completed a BFA in Jazz Studies/Bass and Guitar Performance at the University of Michigan. During these college years he also began playing with Detroit greats like Johnny Trudell, Thornetta Davis, Joc’lyn B, Al Hill and the Detroit Lions pep band.
  Long Time Coming showcases Laith’s unique harmonic sound—rock played like jazz—a Steely Dan influence with an equal part r & b. Great guitar and blues influences bring out the complex and multifaceted guitar style, rich voice, and introspective lyrics. Turn it around has an Elvin Bishop, gospel tinged rock ‘n’ roll sound—which is not your typical love song about getting back on your feet after love is gone. Who turned out the lights is a dedication to Frank Zappa and explores and interprets funk, jazz and rock guitar styles.
 Laith Al-Saadi continues to take the Detroit area by storm with his brand of gritty, soulful Rockin’ Blues. Recently opening for Robben Ford, Johnny Winter and Leon Russell he is creating a big buzz in the midwest blues scene. He performs 5 to 6 times a week in the Detroit area and around the state, with plans in the works for a Midwestern tour. Long Time Coming is another step in the successful and diverse career of this talented instrumentalist and singer-songwriter.
For more information about Laith and his music, please visit: www.laithmusic.com.

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  • Incredible!!
    author: Dina

    Saw Laith earlier this year in St. Louis, Michigan at the Gem. I was totally blown away by his talent. Pure genius.

  • author: Dan Digmann

    An incredible collection! I first heard him on the Juke Joint hosted by Robert Barclay on CMU Public Radio, and I immediately was hooked by Laith's sound and style. I'm looking forward to seeing him live!

  • milesdaily
    author: John Stuart

    First saw Laith perform at the Leon Russell concert. Came home and ordered his album the next day. The venue was small and LOUD, so the CD is very refreshing to listen to and experience the great talent Laith possesses. Can't wait to get his next CD.

  • AWESOME!!!
    author: tcbluz.luvr

    Laith is a raw, pure talent...refreshing and new! His vocals are pure and his guitar playing equally impressive. I was lucky enough to see him perform live at the Mid-North Michigan Blues Society Blues Challenge. He would have won by a landslide if he had not gone over the alotted 30 minute time limit. Thing was, no one wanted him to stop!!! Really really worth checking out. You will NOT be disappointed!

  • This is a talented refreshing artist!
    author: Rushtrails

    As a music fan for years,this is one of the most refreshing new artists I have heard for some time. Laith Al-Saadi does it right with the blues on this CD and you can hear the guitar experience come through on songs like Everything and Mystified for starters. The CD opens with Breathe and that's a great impression of what's to come through the rest of the CD. I have heard his band live and when he is not doing the blues he can rock just as well (for all you RUSH fans out there he does a mean Working Man)! If you get a chance give this CD a listen and you won't regret it -rock on!

  • Absolutely Fantastic!
    author: Doc Raj

    This is the best CD I have ever bought from a local artist! Great mix of blues,rock,and soul. I listened to this CD for the first time while performing surgery a week ago and even the staff in the operating room loved it. Great job Laith! Hope to see some more original stuff in the near future. Doc

  • The perfect mix of Blues, Rock and Soul.
    author: Jeff

    This CD has a great variety of sounds and songs with such a good flow to them. a great listen

  • Brilliant - I love it!
    author: amber

    Wow - I never knew that I was a blues fan until I heard Laith sing...the guy is incredible! Can't wait till the next album comes out. Go see him live if you get the chance...he's even better in person!

  • Maybe the best unsigned musician in the USA?
    author: Jon

    The Album of 2006 - Long Time Coming. A mix of SRV & Clapton, yet laid back and restrained. As good as this guy is on guitar, his vocals might be even better. Go see this guy locally before he gets huge.

  • Absolute Talent !!!
    author: Don Cook

    Absolute Talent!!! The way Laith captures your emotions is something to behold. It's not everyday that you find a bluesman that stands out. Technical prowess of a Jazz musician without losing the feel of the Blues. I have never caught a live show that made me feel more a part of the show itself, than a Laith Al-Saadi show. He has a way of making you feel like he is there to share a song with "You" and not just another performance for a crowd. I think it is impossible to catch the feel of his live shows on CD. Maybe Laith could do a live track (or two) on his next project (hint, hint). It would be awesome to get his version of Ziggy Stardust (show closer) on CD!!! My personal favorite from, Long Time Coming is "Mystified". It has the feel of an old smokey pool hall in Chicago with a Stevie Ray Vaughan poster on the wall...haha. All in All, I think every bluesman should have this CD and study it. "I never practice my guitar... from time to time, I just open the case and throw in a piece of raw meat." Wes Montgomery

  • Amazing!
    author: Laith Fan

    The depth of Laith's voice, the emotion with which he sings & amazing guitar talent makes this by far my favorite CD of summer 2006. Was lucky enough to catch a show in A2. He is even more amazing in person. I can't get enough of him!!!

  • I love this CD!
    author: Linda

    With strong vocals and guitar work, Laith has put together a collection of memorable songs from beginning to end. This disc keeps finding its way into my CD player. Can't wait to hear what his next project produces!

  • A Must Have!
    author: Nate Koorhan

    If you're a fan of Laith's live performances at his various local gigs, you'll love the disc! No punches pulled on this one. He put everything he had in the album and from first listen you can tell. "Long Time Coming" was well worth the wait. Looking forward to the next album and catching Laith live on stage again soon.

  • Long time coming for shure
    author: Brady Booth

    This alone is the music that needed to be played with such a smooth voice , it truly is a Long Time Coming. Thanks for the great music .Please come to perform in Texas.

  • Ann Arbor Bluesman's "Long Time Coming" worth the wait!
    author: Ann Arbor News

    Ann Arbor bluesman's 'Long Time Coming' worth the wait 10 original tunes blend blues with a bit of rock and jazz Sunday, June 26, 2005 BY ROGER LELIEVRE News Arts Writer "Long Time Coming,'' the new CD from local guitarist-vocalist Laith Al-Saadi, has an appropriate title. It's been 10 years since the native Ann Arborite's last original project. "Long Time Coming,'' sporting 10 original blues (with a touch of rock and jazz) tracks, proves the wait worthwhile. Besides Al-Saadi, musicians on the disc include La Dell Abrams (drums), Glenn Brady (electric bass), Al Hill (piano and organ), Theodore Ribbens (cello), James Sibley (keyboards), James Simonson (electric bass), David Stearns (electric and acoustic bass) and Jeff Trudell (drums). Al-Saadi sings in a warm voice that can soothe when called for (the delicate "Intime''), but that can also growl when the lyrics dictate (the old-school blueser "Mystified,'' with its great keyboard solo). The CD starts out with the bluesy "Breathe,'' followed by "Circle,'' which prompts a favorable mental comparison to John Mayer and showcases some of Al-Saadi's talented fret work. Ribbens' cello distinguishes "Run To You,'' which closes the CD on a somewhat haunting note. Influenced by the likes of Hendrix, Page and Clapton, Al-Saadi's work also shows a more than passing acquaintance with Buddy Guy and the Kings (B.B., Freddie and Albert). The disc proves he learned his lessons well. If you like what you hear, check out Al-Saadi live during his regular gigs Wednesday and Thursday nights at Goodnight Gracie in Ann Arbor. © 2005 Ann Arbor News. Used with permission

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