DJ for The Blues Alley Show
OCEAN SHORES, Washington, United States
I started collecting music in 1962, at the age of 10. In 1973 I went to work at Budget Tapes and Records in Burien , Wa. I started as a clerk, in 6 months I was promoted to Mgr. In 1975 I became a multiple location mgr. In 1977 I became the Western Region Operations Manager over seeing 100+ stores in 10 states for the corporate office. In 1978 I added Blues buyer to my duties.
In 1983 I left the Record business and began a 12 year run in the HiFi store management... Read More
Latest Album Reviews
Review of Roll With Me
Album Info: Roll With Me
Duke Robillard Album: Roll With Me Label: Stony Plain Genre(s): Classic BluesBlues Posted By: Duane Verh
Sep 8, 2024
Review
The good vibes emanating from these early 2000’s recordings seem to spill over the edges as the venerable guitarist/vocalist and cronies lay down groove after solid groove. High-spirited “blow” choruses arrive in abundance courtesy of players including saxophonist Doug James, pianist Matt McCabe, trombonist Pam Murray and, of course, Mr. Robillard. Ballads are a particular treat- Joe Turner’s “I Know You Love Me” and the leader’s own “Just Kiss Me” and “My Plea”. Good stuff!
Steven Halpern Album: Deep Theta Vol. 2 (432 Hz) Label: Inner Peace Genre(s): New Age Posted By: Robert Silverstein
Sep 6, 2024
Review
At the forefront of the sound healing genre he pioneered 50 years ago, Steven Halpern enhances his legacy with the 2024 album release of Deep Theta Vol. 2 (432 Hz). The 13-track, 71 minute album is the first to combine the timeless traditions of ancient Japanese shakuhachi and Indian bansuri flutes with the iconic Rhodes electric piano and cosmic synths.
What also makes it unique is that the entire album is tuned to 432 Hz, rather than standard concert pitch of A=440 Hz. This concept is now trending beyond the sound healing genre. 432 Hz is a harmonic of the fundamental frequency of the Earth’s electro-magnetic field, known as the Schumann resonance, and is said to be more ‘in tune’ with our individual electro-magnetic energy field (aura) and increases the benefits received by the listener.
For thousands of years, humans from a wide range of
Tim Solook Album: Changed Lives Label: Sol Time Genre(s): Fusion Posted By: Robert Silverstein
Sep 6, 2024
Review
During the global pandemic of 2020, Texas-based drummer and composer Tim Solook released his fourth album Delete Event. That album presented a fine continuation of Tim’s jazzy, instrumental fusion sound and featured a range of musicians that helped him bring that album to completion.
Now, in 2024 Tim Solook is back with his fifth solo album Changed Lives. Featuring a fresh set of Solook originals, the 10-track, 43-minute album spotlights several of the same musicians featured on Delete Event including electric guitarist Paul Chester. Inspired by the life-changing events of the past four years, including the pandemic and war in Europe, Changed Lives sounds equally positive and inspiring.
Three of the Changed Lives tracks, “Rhythm Suite #1”, “Rhythm Suite #2” and “Rhythm Suite #3” are short
Vaneese Thomas Album: Stories In Blue Label: Overton Genre(s): Soul BluesContemporary Blues Posted By: Duane Verh
Sep 2, 2024
Review
More of the same works just fine when drawing from the creative pen- and the phenomenal voice- of an artist such as Vaneese Thomas. This daughter of Memphis music royalty once again earns her own way onto a high tier in the soul universe with a short-but-sweet set list of varied, ear-grabbing co-writes, delivered reliably with the convincing feel and intensity of Ms. Thomas’s vocals. The simmering shuffle “When You Were My Man”, the old-school soul ballad “Wandering” and the moody, minor-keyed blues “The Last Thing On My Mind” are standouts on a set calculated to leave the listener wanting more.
La Seve Album: Chlorophylle Label: King Tao Genre(s): World Posted By: Joe Ross
Sep 1, 2024
Review
La Sève is an interesting and unique Drôme, France-based quartet that draws their inspiration from West African music, particularly Cameroonian Bikutsi and Congolese Rumba. La Sève is comprised of guitarists Guillaume Cornuel, Gregory Brustier, Samuel Paris and drummer/percussionist Frédéric Jebejian. All four also contribute vocals.
La Sève’s new album Chlorophylle explores Ternary Form, and in particular Bikutsi, which was originally healing music sung by women. Ternary music, in 6/8 time, is fast, rhythmical dance music. While there are no women providing vocals on this project, it’s no wonder that La Sève is making appearances at many regional venues and music festivals throughout France. Their groove is intended to get the hips swaying and the feet stomping. La Sève means “the sap,” and they create an
Jul 31, 2024 -
FOLK MUSICIANS CATHY FINK, MARCY MARXER, AND
CHAO TIAN ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM,
FROM CHINA TO APPALACHIA
THE GLOBAL MUSIC PROJECT... Read Full Article
Jun 12, 2024 -
Embark on a musical journey across Africa that celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of the continent with Putumayo's African... Read Full Article
Jun 3, 2024 -
Few musical compositions have so successfully tapped into that elusive formula of the enduring human spirit that is the recipe for timeless... Read Full Article
May 21, 2024 -
Released in mid-2024, It’s Worth It is the second solo album by Delay Tactics guitarist and keyboard player David Udell. It’s Worth It... Read Full Article
Mar 15, 2024 -
CMH RECORDS (Country. Music. Heritage.) maintains a rich history of classic country and bluegrass albums and is honoring several of these legacy... Read Full Article
Jan 31, 2024 -
Ashé Records is proud to announce the release of A Better Way, an album of uncommon beauty and depth written by Portland-based... Read Full Article
Jan 11, 2024 -
Way back in the 90s, a lasting friendship was born out of jazz. Warren Byrd was playing piano at a jam session at a now-defunct jazz... Read Full Article
