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💿 ALBUM REVIEW: Ronnie Baker Brooks - Blues In My DNA

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Ronnie Baker Brooks is a powerhouse Chicago blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter who carries the torch of a legendary musical lineage. Born into blues royalty as the son of Hall of Famer Lonnie Brooks, Ronnie didn’t just inherit the music—he lived it. He cut his teeth learning directly from master icons like B.B. King, Albert Collins, and Willie Dixon. Today, the multiple Blues Music Award winner seamlessly blends authentic Chicago roots with a high-octane mix of rock, funk, and soul. “I’m blessed to have learned from the best,” Brooks says. “I’m carrying them within me.” 🎵 LISTEN & SUPPORT THE ALBUM ▶ Listen to Album Samples (Click to Expand) Add this Record to Your Collection Available on CD and in Digital Formats. 🛒 Buy Album on Amazon Store As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns from qualifying purchases. As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns from qualifying purchases. < The Deep Dive The continuation of Chi...

Duncan Street - Baptized By The Blues - New Release Review

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I just received the newest release, Baptized By The Blues , from Duncan Street . Guitarist Dave Duncan and Harp player Stan Street open the release with a happy go lucky Watermelon, BBQ and Beer . A light country blues track a cool opener to this new release. Come To Mississippi is up next with emphasis on vocals and resonator guitar. Street who also provides percussive backing plays a nice harp track to go along with fluid slide resonator riffs. Lively blues boogie, Color Me Blue , has a great tempo and feel. With a solid 12 bar format this is one of the coolest tracks on the release. Sharpest Marble In The Drawer takes a slower blues pace and classic guitar blues riffs with a tongue in cheek lyrics. Muddy Waters I Be's Troubled keeps it's original pace and strong blues feel. Harp and slide work together nicely on this track in a clean manner. Love Me Tonight is a cool country blues number with straight acoustic guitar accompaniment. Title track, Baptized In The Blues , h...