Not easy to work like the late Frank Zappa, but Thierry Maillard tried to put the same energy in this tribute.  You will miss the satire of Frank, but you will find the rich layering of the compositions.

​A nice introduction to this smooth jazz artist. I think that we’ll hear more from him. 

​Jasmine returns on this compilation to the first recordings Billy ‘Boy’ Arnold made for Cool, followed by his work with Bo Diddley, to end with the Vee Jay recordings. With that, the label probably has the most complete compilation of Billy Boy's earlier work on the shelf. ‘Come Back Baby, I Wish You Would’ is therefore a must have for lovers of sublime Chicagoblues.

​Two complete different releases on Fruits de Mer Records this month.  A wonderful retrospective from the Welsh band Soft Hearted Scientist, psychedelic popsongs they composed over the last seven years. You can’t escape the sixties.  On the other  side of the spectrum, 200 minutes with your head in the clouds; electronics in ambient and spacerock from various artists, inspired by the German krautrock.  Déjà entendu?  Yes, but with a few inspiring  cinematic compositions worth listening.

​The result, the album "Supergroove"! Of course, it includes his signature guitar work and that is easily guided by his great band and an excellent vocal performances by some notable guests. The title track is immediately a fat super-funky song. Let the party begin!

​Southern Soul differs from the Motownsoul because of its slower rhythm, but is nevertheless no less vibrant. Rhythm & blues also forms the basis here. A base that is complemented by the powerful gospel from the southern states. The Jasmine label puts the birth and early development of Southern Soul in the spotlights with this compilation. Definitely recommended for lovers of beautiful soul ballads.

​You can relive the warm live sound of this lovely recording in your home. Recommended!

​These tracks are previously unreleased, sound melodic and take you into the cosmos. Very nice for fans of Tangerine Dream.

​Lloyd Jones' repertoire is not limited to traditional blues and contemporary New Orleans funk. This release is inspired by the Delbert McClinton "Sandy Beaches" Cruise and brings some of Music City's coolest instrumentalists together. The fourteen songs were written by the duo Lloyd Jones and keyboardist / producer Kevin McKendree. Besides a tight rhythm section, Delbert McClinton and Teresa James are especially notable guests.  This is a true musical orgasm!

Interpretations of Bob Dylan songs is never without risk.  Emma Swift succeeds with adding her female sensitive touch.

​The Neville Brothers have grown over the years into a musical family that contributed greatly to the fame of New Orleans rhythm & blues. Their talent was already present from the beginning, proven by these recordings that Art and Aaron made in the period 1955-1962.

​This is a solo piano reflection of the true story of prisoner Rajmund Maximilian Kolbe, number 16670, in Auschwitz, Poland. 

​This calm and meditative music can also be used to relax. 

Blues from Hrvatska, the country to which we have pledged our hearts for decades. In Croatia there is also a lot of blues, in addition to a lot of traditional and cozy music. The late great Philadelphia Jerry Ricks lived in the picturesque city Kastav. Sunnyriders demonstrate again a unique style and find some remarkable special guests as Manu Lanvin and Norman Beaker Trio, among others. Boris, who is also president of the Croatian Blues Forces, is a singer-songwriter who plays ukulele and harmonica in addition to his guitar. Antonija stands next to vocal performances also on guitar and percussion. Nice lyrics, delicious shuffles, bluesy harp, exciting guitar tunes and a lot of cozy vocals are the main part.

​For those who don't own anything from Haley yet, ‘Rocks, Clocks & Alligators, All The Hits 1953-1961’ is the ideal collector. ‘Rock Around The Clock’, ‘Shake, Rattle And Roll’, ‘See You Later Alligator’, ‘Mambo Rock’ and so many other beautiful things are neatly arranged here. "It's only rock & roll, but I like it!"

​This album sounds like a must have for those who love contemporary jazz!

​The project “Friends & Legends of Louisiana”, which spans a variety of sounds and genres, is a veritable melting pot of music styles from the South of The States. Singer-songwriter/musician Lucas Spinosa and promoter/manager Mike David create a rich gumbo sound.
The album contains a lot of original songs written together by Lucas Spinosa. Three songs are a collaborative writing effort by Spinosa and Nashville-based songwriter Billy E. Henderson. The album was recorded at the Brignac Lane Studio in St. Amant, Louisiana and mastered by Grammy winner Tony Daigle. Songwriter and keyboardist Lucas Spinosa assembled an impressive cast of Southern Louisiana all-stars for this highly recommended release. The numbers include a variety of musical tastes. Swamp-pop, blues, rock and roll, swing, a taste of gospel and even some smooth jazz form the sound of the release.

​Dr. Chrispy grows in his electronic exploration.  Space and music combined in immersive dance beats.  I’m starting to like it!  Mandatory food for DJ’s.

​Goree Carter can certainly be seen as a second T-Bone Walker. His blues has, just like that of his great example, a wonderful light jazzy twist and his guitar playing clearly betrays the hand of the master. Formidable blues, rhythm & blues and budding rock & roll. A must!

​Big Pacific is one of Vancouver Island's foremost original rock and roll bands.
Any fan of guitar driven and blues tinged classic rock wouldn't want to throw a party with this party band. This is the second release for the band and they open with the blues rocker "Welcome To The Party", thanks guys and we continue the party with the heavy and piano driven chords of "Bad Girl". It seems as if you can roar along with almost all lyrics after one listen.
All songs are almost musical earwigs…!

​One of the most impressive bluesrock bands of the last decade.  Don’t miss them in 2021 somewhere in Europe!

​With volume 1, subtitled ‘A Real Cool Cat’, the Atomicat label starts the ‘Hillbilly And Rustic Rockabilly Bop’ series, which will contain a total of five albums. The target group of songs that can be heard on this once formed the perfect soundtrack to fill the wooden dance floors of the Honky Tonk dance halls. All 28 tracks are of superior sound quality and this album makes us look forward with great curiosity to the next four releases.

​An album to cuddle.  Strong poetic songs soaked in traditional  (Scottish) folk, with dreamy  and psychedelic elements, just like the folk scene in the sixties.

​Again, Nova proves that they can deliver timeless and elegant music, that I adore!

​A very nice album, that I, as lover of Brazilian music, can highly recommend!