Chris English Band - Howlin' so Long (2017)

Tracklist

01. Jealous Guy (I'm so Jealous) [Live]
02. Please Hold De Door (Live)
03. Howlin' Wolf (Live)
04. Long Haired Doney (Live)
05. Scratching My Tattoo (Live)
06. Sitting on Top of the World (Live)
07. I Love Guitars (Live)
08. Two Trains Running (Live)
09. Shake It, Little Baby (Live)
10. Turn on Your Love Light (Live)

Chris’ 4th CD release Howlin’ So Long is a live album. The theme was to record the best performance energy, including the warts and all. Recorded at 5 different venues, the sound of each song may vary, but the overall feel is upbeat and hard driving! The songs included are a combination of deep traditional blues and solid originals.

Chris is what you may call “old school” in his approach to his music. The material selection, the vintage instruments used, and Chris’ analog studio where this album was mixed, all show Chris’ dedication to his craft and the sprit of the blues.

While Chris’ previous solo acoustic CD’s showcase the early country blues style, Howlin’ So Long is a blend of the traditional blues mixed with rock and jazz. The rhythm section of Greg Schneider on drums and Ted Nichols on percussion, anchor Grayson English’s bass excursions giving songs like Two Trains Running and Turn on Your Love Light a jam band feel. This is not your typical guitar hero blues band. Jessica English’s keys shun cliché riffs and give a unique voice for a blues band. Some songs like “Shake it Little Baby” are a feel good boogie while others like “Scratching My Tattoo” are more introspective and showcases the lyrics. Howlin’ So Long represents the best performances from these fine musicians.

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