HOWLIN WOLF
Chester Arthur Burnett (June 10, 1910 – January 10, 1976), better known as Howlin' Wolf, was an influential American blues singer, guitarist and harmonica player.
With a booming voice and looming physical presence, Burnett is commonly ranked among the leading performers in electric blues; musician and critic Cub Koda declared, "no one could match [Howlin' Wolf] for the singular ability to rock the house down to the foundation while simultaneously scaring its patrons out of its wits."[1] Many songs popularized by Burnett—such as "Smokestack Lightnin'," "Back Door Man" and "Spoonful"—have become standards of blues and blues rock.
At 6 feet, 6 inches (198 cm) and close to 300 pounds (136 kg), he was an imposing presence with one of the loudest and most memorable voices of all the "classic" 1950s Chicago blues singers. Howlin' Wolf's voice has been compared to "the sound of heavy machinery operating on a gravel road". Although the two were reportedly not that different in actual personality, this rough edged, slightly fearsome musical style is often contrasted with the less crude but still powerful presentation of his contemporary and professional rival, Muddy Waters, to describe the two pillars of the Chicago Blues representing the music.
Howlin' Wolf, Sonny Boy Williamson (Rice Miller), Little Walter Jacobs and Muddy Waters are usually regarded in retrospect as the greatest blues artists who recorded for Chess in Chicago. Sam Phillips once remarked of Chester Arthur Burnett, "When I heard Howlin' Wolf, I said, 'This is for me. This is where the soul of man never dies.' " In 2004, Rolling Stone Magazine ranked him #51 on their list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.[2]
________________________________ Sabrina/Giorgio …who are they and where did they come from? These two questions are constantly asked by anyone who has had the experience of watching this husband and wife duo perform. Captivating, cadenced melodies, rooted in Gospel and Jazz, perfectly complimented by soulful strums of rhythm guitar is Sabrina/Giorgio. ___________________________________ Murali Coryell “Sugar Lips” in stores November 17th! On the new CD “Sugar Lips”, Murali Coryell shines alongside featured guest artists blues master Joe Louis Walker and jazz guitar legend and father Larry Coryell. With his James Taylor meets Marvin Gaye type vocals and his Jimi Hendrix meets Eric Clapton like guitar playing, Murali continues to expand contemporary blues with 12 new songs. Recorded in Nashville, the unexpected loss of Murali’s mother was the genesis for the new CD “Sugar Lips” produced by Tom Hambridge who brings out the best in the all-star cast. I look forward to hearing from fans, talent buyers, musicians, etc. and having a direct link between myself the artist and those interested in my musical recordings and performances. ________________________________________
Sabrina & Giorgio
New Album Available Now!
Download it @ digstation.com!!
The duo just released their debut EP entitled, Just Soul. Sabrina/Giorgio believe that “the art should always come first,” and so they let their muse lead the way. This is evident in the honest lyrics and mellow guitar chords that express real experiences.
The versatile and powerful voice astounds audiences, considering Sabrina’s petite 5’2 frame, and Giorgio’s passionate rhythms make listening to their music therapeutic. Their commanding stage presence introduces two seasoned performers who bear it all for viewers to witness due to the mesmerizing vision of the divine connection they share. When audiences experience Sabrina/Giorgio live, they are transported to an authentic, warm space surrounded by smooth grooves and serenaded
storytelling.
Murali Coryell
New Album Available Now
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Sunday Blues Brunch @bushbaby
Brooklyn Blues Organization Founder DJing the Blues
What: Live Blues DJ
Place: bushbaby Fulton Street btw Bedford and Spencer Place
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm Every last Sunday of the month
Contact Deric deric@brooklynblues.org for more information