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Two Men With The Blues

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Willie Nelson/Wynton Marsalis

July 08, 2008
Listen to this CD if you want your spirits raised. Both Willie and Win are just tremendous musicians - while neither really sings, their timing when speaking their words is second to none, and really complements the beat. I deal with a lot of foreigners every day, and most of them think Dixieland is THE American form of jazz - this CD is an outstanding contribution to recordings of the blues, of jazz and dixieland. Everyone for whom I have played it wants their own copy!

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Skin Deep

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Buddy Guy

July 22, 2008
Just a super CD a long waited blues album by a master. Having guest appearances by Robert Randolph amongst others is just sweat cream with a cherry on top.

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One Kind Favor

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: B.B. King

August 26, 2008
As far as I'm concerned this is the best studio album from BB King since "Blues On The Bayou." The sound is simple and great. It sounds like "live" blues in the studio. It doesn't sound "over" produced and "perfect." All of the players on this CD just bring it together. It's very light, natural, and free-flowing. The choice of material is excellent. Even though these are not original tunes, I don't believe BB King has previously recorded any of these nor have I heard them during any of his live performances. I hope Mr. King follows up with a similar CD in the future. Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of "One Kind Favor."

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Live from Nowhere in Particular

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Joe Bonamassa

August 19, 2008
Having seen Joe play last night, which was this set, this CD is a must buy. Quality of the recordings is well above average for any live tracks. Joe doesn't do a whole lot of talking in his shows, he lets his music do that which makes this collection of live cuts work as opposed to a single live show. It is a great show case for his Blues-Rock style. I've enjoyed all his work and although he didn't put "Tea For One" in this set which I'd like to hear live, i think you'll be hard pressed to find something on here that you don't like. Seeing it live just made it that more impressive. His best to date.

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Raising Sand

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
from: Rounder

October 23, 2007
Got high Hopes but was a bit dissapointed by it all !
I think that the combination could have been tremendous but the album did not excite me at all .. I thought Alison could have tuned up better ..
But it is only me !

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From the Reach

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Sonny Landreth

May 20, 2008
I've been a Sonny fan for a long time, but always felt like he was hovering just below the surface of "big time"...he's breached it like a whale with this album.

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Keep It Simple

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Van Morrison

April 01, 2008
Van Morrison has certainly evolved musically in the 41 years since "Brown Eyed Girl" first hit the charts. The "Simple" premise of Morrison's latest offering is quite ironic. Van Morrison composed and sang all eleven tracks, as well as instrumentally performing the saxophone, harmonica and ukulele. His trademark horn section is noticeably missing from the album, but the extra space is filled with a strong set of backup singers.

As Van Morrison's first album in three years, Keep It Simple was a very pleasant surprise. Morrison has held strong to his authentic American Folk, Blues and Jazz influences even at this stage of his career. His vocal performance is still very strong, as are his lyrics and compositions.

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Mess of Blues

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Jeff Healey

March 11, 2008
I was very sad when I read Jeff Healy had passed away. This album is a testament to his guitar skill and blues foundations. These are mostly covers, but they are played with enthusiasm and are solidly within the classic blues tradition. The keyboard work on this album is a delightful addition to Jeff's guitar work. It is a shame that Jeff did not leave us with more Blues focused music. Jeff could play it with the best.

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On and On

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Jack Johnson

May 06, 2003
Been a Jack Johnson fan for a few years now, his stuff is great. Makes you want to kick back on the beach with a chair, an umbrella, and possibly an adult beverage and let the worries of the world slip away!

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Simply Grand

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Blues
by: Irma Thomas

August 12, 2008
Been a Jack Johnson fan for a few years now, his stuff is great. Makes you want to kick back on the beach with a chair, an umbrella, and possibly an adult beverage and let the worries of the world slip away!