Monday, February 3, 2014

Local Musicians on Kennedy Suite CD (Cowboy Junkies, Skydiggers, more)

The The Kennedy Suite CD (released through Latent Recordings) is one hell of an ambitious musical project.  It's a concept album about the JFK assassination.  The disc is written by poet/composer Scott Garbe and performed by members of the legendary Cowboy Junkies along with many of their alt-folk/roots rock compatriots.

There are quite a few accomplished local artists involved in this wonderful undertaking.  Lee Harvey Osmond aka Tom Wilson, Sarah Harmer and Harlan Pepper all  have a song each on the CD.  Hamilton saxman Darcy Hepner plays on a few tracks as well. 

Other great musicians contributing include Skydiggers, Kevin Breit (as part of the Potion Kings), Hawksley Workman and Scott Garbe himself.  Please check out our complete song listing below for more details.

This result of this collaboration is an amazing, artful album filled with unique songs that becomes a cohesive whole that tells a wonderful story.  There's nothing else quite like it out there.

This one-of-a-kind CD can be purchased at many music stores, online shops or through the Latent Recordings shop (including a great deluxe edition with many extras). You can also download it through iTunes.

1. Origami Peace Corps Mischief Makers (The Screwed and Hawksley Workman)
Background vocals: Scott Garbe
Guitar solo: Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)

2. Bullet for You (Kennedy Suite Singers)
Vocals: Ivy Mairi, John Timmins, Josh Finlayson and Andy Maize (Skydiggers), Scott Garbe, Darcy Good
Clarinets and saxophones: Darcy Hepner
Organ: Joby Baker
Acoustic guitar: Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Bass: Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies)
Drums and percussion: Peter Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)

3. Secret Spy Decoder Ring (Harlan Pepper)

4. The Dallas Youth Auxiliary (Jessy Bell Smith)
Bass: Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies)
Drums: Peter Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Acoustic guitar: Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
High string guitar and banjo: Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers)
Tuba: Dave Clark

5. Take Heart (Elbow Room) (Reid Jamieson)
Background Vocal: Margo Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
String arrangement: Henry Kucharzyk
Violin: Drew Jurecka
Cello: Amy Laing

6. 26 Seconds (Historical Audio Collage)

7. Parkland (Lee Harvey Osmond)
Acoustic guitar: Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers)
Bass: Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies)
Drums: Peter Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Electric lead and rhythm guitar: Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Background Vocals: Andy Maize (Skydiggers)

8. Disintegrating (Cowboy Junkies)

9. When Will I Be Mine? (Ruby, Ruby) (Good Family)

10. Senior Prom (Doug Paisley)
Bass: Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies)
Drums: Peter Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Guitar: Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers)
Organ and Piano: Joby Baker
Flutes: Darcy Hepner

11. The Truth About Us (The Ballad of Lee and Marina) (Skydiggers)
Acoustic guitar and guitar solo – Michael Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Bass – Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies)
Drums and Percusion – Peter Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Organ – Joby Baker

12. Arlington (Jason Colett)
Bass: Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies)
Ueillean Pipes and Border Pipes: Ross Griffiths
Keyboards: Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers)
Drums: Noel Webb (Skydiggers)
Percussion: Peter Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)

13. Slipstream (Scott Garbe)

14. Reliquary (Potion Kings incl. Kevin Breit)

15. Epilogue: White Man In Decline (Sarah Harmer)
Background Vocals: Andy Maize (Skydiggers), John Timmins, Ivy Mairi and Darcy Good
Electric Guitar: Josh Finlayson (Skydiggers)




Video above courtesy of Zoomer TV



Video above courtesy of the National



Video above courtesy of the National

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Sunday, February 2, 2014

Videos: Stephen Shelton@Rolly Rockets (December 1, 2013)

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More Ray Charles Covers/Stories



More Stray Cats covers/stories



The videos above were from the Hamilton Blues Lovers 5th Anniversary Jam. More to come . . .


 
Bonus video above courtesy Stephen Shelton, More Van Morrison covers/stories

Blast from the Past: Videos-Stephen Shelton & Others@Private show

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Saturday, February 1, 2014

Steve Strongman and Mark McIntyre on New Sean Pinchin CD: Rustbucket

Toronto/Mississauga Bluesman Sean Pinchin's enlisted some amazing local talent to back him up on his current CD, Rust Bucket. The result is a highly entertaining and polished disc.

You can hear Sean's awesome slide guitarwork and his marvelous voice everywhere on this collection.  His lyrics are very passionate and personal as well.

Area musician Mark McIntyre offers up his substantial bass skills to the album. Also helping with the bottom end is superb drummer Adam Warner.  Toronto singer/songwriter, Emma-Lee handles backing vocals with style.  Juno winner (and Hamilton boy) Steve Strongman joins in the fun by showcasing his extensive guitar and harmonica chops on the track Wanna Stay in Bed.  Producer Rob Szabo (also a Juno Winner) gave everything a live off the floor feel.

You can pick up this marvellous CD at Sean's gigs, on the 'Net through his online shop or  cdbaby.  It can also be downloaded through cdbaby and iTunes.



Video above courtesy of Klibbe Klibbson



Video above courtesy of TheKevTone

Blast From the Past: Mark McIntyre on Emma-Lee CD

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Thursday, January 30, 2014

News Roundup (Dave Gould, Pete Seeger, Grammys, Best of the Beat)

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Grammy Award Highlights
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Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Canadians Win at International Blues Challenge in Memphis


Two talented Canadian musicians won big at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee on January 25, 2014.

Calgary's Tim Williams got top honors for best solo/duo and the St. Blues Guitarist award for top guitarist among solo/duo finalists. Click here for the CBC story.



 Links: Tim Williams, Video above courtesy of TaterWorks

Toronto harmonica great (and frequent Jack de Keyzer collaborator) Jerome Godboo received the Lee Oskar Harmonica Player award for top harmonica player among semi-finalists.



Links: Jerome Godboo, More Jerome Godboo Stories, Video above courtesy of Jerome Godboo

Here's the complete list of winners.  Congrats!

Band
Solo/Duo
Blast from the Past: Last Year's Winners

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Monday, January 27, 2014

New Blue Rodeo CD: In Our Nature (their 1st with Colin Cripps)

https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/in-our-nature/id721038093
In Our Nature the first album by Canadian Music Hall of Famers, Blue Rodeo to feature Hamilton's Colin Cripps has the band in fine form.  The former Crash Vegas and Junkhouse guitar wizard works really works well with the veteran musicians.

This Warner Music release continues the group's world-class roots rock sound with bits of soul, southern rock, country, amazing ballads, catchy rhythms and more.  Each stunning song has its own feel and atmosphere.

They kick off the album with the energetic New Morning Sun.  In Our Nature then continues with such highlights as the beautiful Make Up Your Mind, and the emotion of Tara's Blues and the title track.

You can buy this wonderful CD at many music stores and online shops or download through
iTunes.  At the Blue Rodeo Store it's even available as an LP (with bonus CD).

Videos below courtesy of Blue Rodeo.







Links: Blue Rodeo, More Blue Rodeo Stories, More CD Releases 
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Sunday, January 26, 2014

New Ensemble Episode on YouTube (Sonny Del-Rio, Dan Thomas, Catherine Goodrick, Les Smith)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9t1Bb63A6g

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Bonus video below courtesy of Rob M



Bonus video below courtesy of Cindy Dell



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Saturday, January 25, 2014

New Downchild Blues Band CD: Can You Hear the Music

Can You Hear the Music, the latest album (via True North Records) from Canadian legends, Downchild Blues Band is further proof of why this band is one of the premier Blues institutions in the world.

 The current veteran lineup includes a number of talented area musicians.  There's Brantford's own vocal and harmonica dynamo Chuck Jackson,  Niagara keyboard master Michael Fonfara and bassman Gary Kendall who also lends his considerable skills to St. Catharines' Mighty Duck Blues Band.  Along with founding member Donnie Walsh (guitar, harmonica), Pat Carey (sax, horns), Peter Jeffrey (trumpet) and Mike Fitzpatrick (drums) the band has some of the most accomplished people in the Blues business.

They don't sit on their laurels either.  Weaving in and out of gospel, swing, jive, rockin' blues, R&B, soul and much more, the gang don't just rehash their old sounds.    Downchild is as vibrant in the Blues world as ever.

This incredible CD can be purchased at many music stores, online shops or through True North Records, it can also be downloaded through iTunes and eMusic.

 Videos below courtesy of Folk, Blues and Roots Channel







Blast From the Past: Downchild YouTubeVideos 

Links: Downchild Blues Band, More Downchild Stories, More CD Releases 
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Thursday, January 23, 2014

News Roundup (Blues Matters Poll, Passings, Carolyna Loveless)

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Links: Carolyna Loveless, More Carolyna Loveless Stories, Video above courtesy of Lynalove
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Wednesday, January 22, 2014

New Julian Paul Band CD: Black Heart Hotel

The Black Heart Hotel is where Hard Rock and Blues hook up to make beautiful music together!  That's the best way to describe this latest CD from Brantford's Julian Paul Band.

Energy just oozes out of the album thanks to Julian's powerful voice and guitar slinging expertise.  Bob Richardson (drums) and Skot Silverthorn (bass) add an amazing bottom end to the festivities.

It's not all ear-blistering speed though. The band can handle funky, soulful numbers and beautiful melodies.  From the hardest boogies to the slowest tracks, the trio prove they've got the skills.

 The CD is available at their explosive live shows and can be downloaded through iTunes or 

eMusic.

Videos below courtesy of the Julian Paul Band







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