Felonius Blues Revue
Sketches In Blue
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The down-home sounds of acoustic bottleneck blues guitar and soulful harmonica playing Piedmont, delta, and country blues, reminiscent of street musicians in the Deep South early in the 20th Century.
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- 1 Like Crying
- 2 Statesboro Blues
- 3 Fishin' Blues
- 4 I've Been So Alone
- 5 Louis Collins
- 6 Don't Think Twice, It's All Right
- 7 Leopard Skin Pillbox Hat
- 8 Walk On Boy
- 9 Stealin'
- 10 I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
- 11 Don't Sell It, Don't Give It Away
- 12 Frigidaire Woman
- 13 Tribute To Mississippi Fred McDowell
- 14 Roll Em Easy
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The taste of cold beer is on your lips and the smell of Southern Barbecue is in the air! The down-home sounds of acoustic bottleneck blues guitar and soulful harmonica with inspired vocals comes wafting through the dense evening air...
FELONIUS BLUES REVUE brings the spirit of the traditions of the early part of the 20th century into the new millennium. Like a walking archive, FELONIUS BLUES REVUE unearths rare musical gems recorded by bluesmen that have inspired contemporary greats from Eric Clapton to Hot Tuna to the Rolling Stones - and performs them with authenticity and often a unique, personal twist.
With his standout finger-picking style and slide guitar expertise, Jeff "Felonius Smith" makes his playing seem as easy as a lazy afternoon on the front porch of some old Smoky Mountain retreat. Mark Fenny brings to mind the music of timeless troubadours like Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson with his skillful harmonica work. Rounding out the lineup, guitarist Philip Wendover Johnston takes a warm, organic approach to his instrument that serves as the solid foundation to the band's well-worn sounds.
FELONIUS BLUES REVUE picks up the torch by taking the music of the originals and resurrecting it into a modern standard while still retaining the integrity with which it was played long ago. Piedmont Blues, Delta, Country Blues, and Folk-blues can be found on "Sketches In Blue" - the latest recording of this outstanding three-piece combo.
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Amazing, bluesy, minimalist!
author: Bill MorseI once played in a short-lived band with Jeff Smith, but we didn't sound anywhere near this good! His guitar, Mark's harp, the overall group "vision", and the choice of material make this one fantastic CD. Hey Jeff, you ever gonna record your own version of "Career Woman"? (-:
- author: David Van Syoc
I love the two guitars sending their own wall of sound. Blues Harp was great and left me wanting a lot more. Harmony singing was terrific. Also loved the song choices.
Somebody give them a record deal!
author: Jack The Blues ExpertThe mix of songs and quality of musicianship comes through. These guys should be signed by a label and touring festivals around the country. Killer harmonica, slide guitar, and vocals blending really well. A must to see live. Someone please put them on the national blues map, they deserve it! jbe
Great Tunes. Great Musicianship.
author: Johnny CreditIf you like the sounds of lap steel and dobro blues you'll love this CD. Many thanks to Felonious Smith and his cohorts for keeping alive the down home blues sounds. The tunes are lively, the guitars are singing, and the overall feeling keeps my foot tapping throughout the entire CD.
Excellent album, full of feeling
author: MattI saw Felonius Blues play in San Jose, Ca and their music drew me in right away. The music that they play, much of it from the 20's and 30's, seems contemporary and filled with energy--it is definitely timeless--and I'd never been a fan of blues before. This is one of those rare albums in which all the songs are good and that I like listening to all the way through.
sketches in blue
author: Njsuper sounds........can hardly wait for the next one
Totally authentic in the sound and feeling. A real keeper!!
author: Robert BrownThese guys have it together, the entire Cd is genuinely and totally authentic in sound and feel. The live cuts sound like studio recordings and the arrangemants are really exciting and unique. It's a real keeper!! These guys deserve a major label. Hope they come to my town some day. rb
"Sketches In Blue" is the cherry on top.....of my collection!
author: Lenny "blue"What a find, this CD will go perfectly next to my Blues collection of 25 years. Something for everyone who feels the Blues and can't stop from tapping.A great mixture of slide guitar, soulful harmonies and harmonica playing to pull it all together....PERFECT!!! Lenny "Blue"