Big Al & The Heavyweights - World Full Of Trouble (2018)

Originally formed in 1993 as the 'Unknown Blues Band' with founding members Warren Haynes and Big Al Lauro.

The is our 7th cd of original Louisiana Roots Music. It reflects our love of so many musical styles from blues to rock, zydeco to jazz and even country. This is truly one of my favorites because I finally have a cd that features my long time friend,harmonica virtuoso and ex Heavyweight band member, two times in fact, Jason Ricci on several tracks( Bayou Life, Millionaire Baby, Mother Trucker , Crazy About You Baby). Jason and I always wanted to have a recording together now it's here. I'm also a huge Muddy Waters fan and we are blessed to have legendary long time Muddy Waters guitarist , Bob Margolin on World Full of Trouble and Love So Fine. The Cd was recorded at Suite Mix Studios in funky Slidell, LA. It's our 2nd recording here. This is the studio that longtime Funky Meters guitarist, Brian Stoltz has used for so many years. There's a real good reason. George Cureau Jr is an excellent producer, engineer who just creates a super vibe that makes it all so easy.

Can't say enough about Louisiana Music Hall of Fame member, long time Heavyweight and co writer on these tracks, Wayne Lohr who is an excellent keyboard player and immensely soulful vocalist. He contributed so much to this project. Also, Destin Thibodaux who was one Jason's students and was instrumental in making this happen. He's an excellent arranger, harmonica player and even plays bass on Crazy About You Baby. If you're a guitar fan, we have the great John Lisi who plays in Jason's band and super soulful vocalist guitarist Lance Younger. Lance is featured vocalist on World Full of Trouble, Testify, Bayou Life, Mother Trucker and Two Wrongs. All in all if you are a fan of roots music with a soulful southern flair. this is it !