Bman's Blues Report

Listen/Share "Rock Bottom" on Soundcloud  Hi Lo-Fi is available on Radio Submit , iTunes and dylanwickens.ca True to the spirit of power trios of the sixties, Dylan Wickens & The Grand Naturals immediately grab the listener by the ears with their unapologetic take on the blues, by choosing to colour outside the lines with fuzzed up guitars and bass and melodic, hook-heavy vocal lines.  Raw, real, modern and traditional; it’s that paradox which defines the sound of these three world-class musicians that have come together to record the aptly titled, Hi Lo-Fi . Released on May 6, 2016, Hi Lo-Fi has been getting positive reviews from critics around the world and extensive airplay throughout Canada.  Here's what some of the reviewers are saying about Hi Lo-Fi “Canadian guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Wickens presides over a tough and tasty trio soun...

I just received the newest release, Hi Lo-Fi from Dylan Wickens & the Grand Naturals and it's gritty, funky, explosive and real. Opening with Foolish Heart , a solid blues rocker, Dylan Wickens leads the way on vocal and slide guitar. With it's gritty sound and driving beat, these guys mean business. Al Webster on drums and Dennis Pinhorn on bass round out this tight threesome. Next up is Love & Lust , a real cool R&B style track, almost a take on Mustang Sally, with an infectious groove. This track is a real mover and bound to get you moving in your seat. I really dig Wickens' loose guitar flow and blues riffs paired against the ultra tight rhythm section. Very cool. Ultra funky blues number, Run Sister really has it going with it's bad ass bottom and featuring Tortoise Blue on harp. I gotta tell you this is one of those releases that keeps you tuned up by having one constant and that's driving rock. There's a new surprise around every corner...

Dylan Wickens & The Grand Naturals News and Upcoming Performances "This month I'm charged about a few things. After taking a few months off from performing with the band to focus on songwriting for the next record, we are getting back in to the swing of things, beginning with Heartwood Blues 2012, on March 31 at The Alpine Club, Kitchener. Also, the drum chair will be shared between heavyweights, Al Webster, and Drew Austin. Finally, this month sees the release of Soulstack's long anticipated debut recording, Big Red . I was pleased when asked to play lead guitar on the stand out track, "Stone Cold Man". Every now and then a recording is made that is a must own. This is one of those recordings. Trust me." - Dylan Listen to Stone Cold Man Upcoming Performances: Saturday, March 31 10th Annual Heartwood Blues The Alpine Club 464 Maple Ave Kitchener Doors open at 7pm Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 at door....