Michael Locke Keeps The Blues Alive
10.31.05 (2:19 am) [edit]
There is concern among all blues fans about the future of the blues, about who is going to carry the torch. We're all worried.
Whether you play, or listen, if you love high energy, electric blues, then fear not, for Michael Locke and the Repeat Offenders have got it covered.
I stumbled upon Michael Locke while reading an internet blues list. I went to his website, and had a listen. I decided to get both of his CDs.
The first CD is You Done Did It. It is a studio effort. With 12 king size tracks, and a mix of original and cover tunes, this disc has you rockin' before you know what hit you. There are some horns mixed in for good measure, which will have you thinking of Albert Collins. Some really great lyrics that will have you thinking of Little Charlie and the Nightcats. It is obvious that Stevie Ray Vaughan is a major influence, but original chops are evident throughout as well. Overall, a really good collection of tunes. This CD is a must have for fans of electric blues.
The second CD, and the latest effort, is a live disc, Michael Locke and The Repeat Offenders Live - Get Offended.
Anyone who knows the blues also knows the best blues are live blues. This CD will blow you away. This is more or less one big extended jam. These guys go to work, and give you what you need, a major fix of the blues. The energy is intense, and the band is really tight. 10 tracks in all, with a couple of original tunes. Lots of Freddie King and Stevie.
Michael Locke is one talented guitar player. The tone and soul ooze from each track. If you love the blues, this is what you have been looking for.
Our blues heroes are getting old, or have moved on. We're fortunate to have players like Michael Locke keeping it alive for us. Show your support, and give him a listen.
You can purchase the music by Clicking Here.
Both Discs -
Rating out of 5: * * * * *
Whether you play, or listen, if you love high energy, electric blues, then fear not, for Michael Locke and the Repeat Offenders have got it covered.
I stumbled upon Michael Locke while reading an internet blues list. I went to his website, and had a listen. I decided to get both of his CDs.
The first CD is You Done Did It. It is a studio effort. With 12 king size tracks, and a mix of original and cover tunes, this disc has you rockin' before you know what hit you. There are some horns mixed in for good measure, which will have you thinking of Albert Collins. Some really great lyrics that will have you thinking of Little Charlie and the Nightcats. It is obvious that Stevie Ray Vaughan is a major influence, but original chops are evident throughout as well. Overall, a really good collection of tunes. This CD is a must have for fans of electric blues.
The second CD, and the latest effort, is a live disc, Michael Locke and The Repeat Offenders Live - Get Offended.
Anyone who knows the blues also knows the best blues are live blues. This CD will blow you away. This is more or less one big extended jam. These guys go to work, and give you what you need, a major fix of the blues. The energy is intense, and the band is really tight. 10 tracks in all, with a couple of original tunes. Lots of Freddie King and Stevie.
Michael Locke is one talented guitar player. The tone and soul ooze from each track. If you love the blues, this is what you have been looking for.
Our blues heroes are getting old, or have moved on. We're fortunate to have players like Michael Locke keeping it alive for us. Show your support, and give him a listen.
You can purchase the music by Clicking Here.
Both Discs -
Rating out of 5: * * * * *
posted by: Mike (reply)
post date: 03.26.06 (10:46 pm)
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