The Reverend Richard John
Granada - Spain

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The Reverend´s music is foot tapping blues which appeals to audiences both young and old.

Playing blues standards as well as original songs which incorporates hia own unique style and sound. Providing a basic back beat with his feet using a wooden drum box, in addition on stage he has 2 electric guitars as well as an acoustic 12 string and acoustic 6 string. His strong vocal delivery is accompanied by harmonica.

After performing in the UK for many years he was interviewed live on the Paul Jones show on British Radio 2. He was described as “a powerful, vibrant solo blues player with a stunning unique style of blues which is both full and rich, delivered with the feel associated with blues music.”

The Reverend's cutting vocal style blends perfectly with his deep south harmonica jive. His slide guitar has extreme attack and is fused with great touch and gentle tone. His dynamic rhythms are generated by a heartfelt dedicated wooden drum box.

After touring Spain for many years performing on the live music circuit

He has featured at the prestigious Cazorla Blues Festival and the Winter Blues Festival at Almeria City. He performed at the Madma Bluesaroses Festival in Girona supporting the American blues player Sherman Robertson. He also performed at The Blues at Moonlight Festival, Benalmadena and Dia del Blues in Benicassim.


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Like White on Rice
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Label: Self-Release

Genres: Blues

Styles: Delta Blues, Blues

Songs on the Album

Track # Song Title Style Genre
1 Precious Stone - details Delta Blues Blues
2 Moonshine Special - details Delta Blues Blues
3 Me and My Woman - details Delta Blues Blues
4 Shoot the Rooster Delta Blues Blues
5 Ain't That the Woman - details Delta Blues Blues
6 Mr Cool - details Delta Blues Blues
7 Silver Band - details Delta Blues Blues
8 Every Twist and Turn - details Delta Blues Blues
9 Step out for Me Darlin Delta Blues Blues
10 Ja Wanna - details Delta Blues Blues
11 Sing the Blues - details Delta Blues Blues
12 New Orleans - details Delta Blues Blues
13 Way Down - details Delta Blues Blues
14 Frenchman's Quarter - details Delta Blues Blues
15 Terri Dee - details Delta Blues Blues