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 Eddie 9V’s new album Saratoga launches right in sync with his November and December UK tour, where he’ll join Robert Jon & The Wreck at Oxford’s Academy 2 (Nov 30) and Nottingham’s Rock City (Dec 1), before headlining shows in Newcastle (Cluny 2, Dec 2), Edinburgh (The Caves, Dec 3), London (Black Heart, Dec 4), and Manchester (Retro Bar, Dec 5). Packed with stories, Saratoga offers twelve tracks that showcase Eddie’s dynamic blend of Southern soul, blues, rock, and funk, infused with his sharp observations on modern America. "It’s a great road trip album," he says, adding a fresh edge that appeals to new listeners and long-time fans alike. Eddie 9V—born Brooks Mason in Georgia—has been unstoppable since he first stepped on stage with his guitar. Over the last few years, he’s gone from a local hero to a global phenomenon, with Classic Rock magazine hailing him as “a man who genuinely inhabits golden-era American roots.” Known for his infectious live energy, Eddie’s 2022 album Capricorn shot to #1 on the charts, holding its own among rock legends until it was dethroned by Bonnie Raitt, a story Eddie tells with a grin. Raised on blues, soul, and rock, Eddie was captivated by the music of legends like Muddy Waters and Freddie King. Early on, he started improvising lyrics, inspired by his Uncle Brian’s knack for entertaining crowds at family gatherings. Eddie soon hit the Georgia blues scene, representing the Atlanta Blues Society at the 2013 International Blues Challenge before launching his solo career with a bold new moniker. “I didn’t want to be just another blues name,” he recalls. “I wanted a fresh start something memorable.” Since 2019’s Left My Soul In Memphis, Eddie’s albums have garnered acclaim for their originality, with 2021’s Little Black Flies praised as “like having all your best mates in the speakers.” His most recent release, Capricorn, recorded at the iconic Macon studio, earned rave reviews, with Classic Rock’s Henry Yates noting, “Eddie sounds fully charged.” In Saratoga, Eddie expands his sound further. Co-written with his brother Lane Kelly, the album blends Americana influences with Eddie’s gritty blues roots, moving beyond solos to spotlight his songwriting. Mostly recorded at the brothers’ Echo Deco Studio in Atlanta, the sessions included guest musicians adding horns, fiddle, and lap steel. Some tracks, like “Saratoga” and “Delta,” were recorded in Colorado, where Eddie enjoyed the mountain air as a change from Atlanta’s humidity. Each track on Saratoga tells a unique story. The title track kicks off with disco-esque harmonies, horns, and slide guitar, capturing the restless feel of small-town life. “Halo” flaunts Eddie’s falsetto, while the soulful “Cry Like A River” and “Love Moves So Slow” channel classic soul in a modern light. “Delta” introduces a moody, spacey vibe, shifting into the reflective groove of “Red River.” “Wasp Weather” showcases Eddie’s love for stream-of-consciousness lyrics, with lines like “I got a big mud house that I can’t keep clean” capturing his playful spontaneity. The album closes with the folky, introspective “Truckee,” inspired by a camping trip along California’s Truckee River, and the wistful “Tides” and “Love You All The Way Down.” A standout cover of Mac DeMarco’s “Chamber Of Reflection” and the haunting final track, “The Road To Nowhere,” reveal Eddie’s evolving range, blending tremolo-soaked country with his signature soulful twang. With Saratoga, Eddie 9V takes us on a journey across musical and emotional landscapes, solidifying his place as a rising star in the world of roots music. As he reflects on his journey from Capricorn to Saratoga, Eddie’s already looking ahead: “I’m already writing new songs, there’s so much more to come.” Website: eddie9volt.com Opmerkingen zijn gesloten.
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