Blue Hoss Records artist: Frank Bang & The Cook County Kings - The Blues Don't Care - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, The Blues Don't Care by Frank Bang & The Cook County Kings and it's terrific! Opening with title track, The Blues Don't Care , Donnie Nichilo lays down a solid piano line joined by Bang on guitar and vocal, Brian “BJ” Jones on drums, Andre Howard on bass and Russ Green on harp. With it's classic Chicago styling, the band sets a great tempo with a solid bass line, Green's harp instincts and Bang's vocals. The Dream is possibly my favorite track on the release with what I'd consider Otis Rush and Peter Green styling. Bang settles right down in the groove with soulful vocals and rich guitar chords, reinforced by Green's harp work. He bust's loose with a gripping guitar solo that sets you back in your chair, eased back into vocals by glistening piano work by Nichilo. This track alone is enough to demonstrate why Bang has worked with Buddy Guy for 5 years. Masterful. Blues rocker, Til...