Bman's Blues Report

The Name Droppers return with their 2026 album, Let's Live Together , delivering an authentic blend of soulful rock 'n' roll. Built on a shared foundation of deep blues roots, the seasoned lineup brings natural chemistry and steady energy to this new collection. The release highlights the band's enduring musical heritage through a grounded, classic sound.   🎵 LISTEN & SUPPORT THE ALBUM   Add this Record to Your Collection Available in CD and Digital Formats. 🛒 Buy Album on Amazon Store As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns from qualifying purchases. The Deep Dive The Name Droppers deliver on their newest roots-rock and blues release,  Let's Live Together , establishing a tight, vintage rocking groove right from the opening track. The album kicks off with Grey Haired Blues , a song packed with punchy sax work by Crispin Cioe, Ron Rifkin on piano an infectious, and steady rhythm by Bobby T Torello on drums that serves ...

  I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Cool Blue Shoes , by The Name Droppers and it's a solid blues rocker. Opening with a rocking take on Howling Wolf's , Killing Floor Rafe Klein leads the way on vocal and guitar with full piano and organ support by Ron Rifkin, Scott Spray on bass and Bobby T. Torello. Title track, Cool Blue Shoes is a cool track with a bit of a funky swagger. Klein on lead vocal is joined by Rifkin and Carole Sylvan on backing vocals and with a tight drum rhythm by Torello and a rich key work by Rifkin. Torello has the mic on Willie Dixon 's, I Cry For You making a great connection between drums and Rifkin on keys. Cool shuffle, Yes I Will , blends Rifkin on lead vocal and Torello, Rifkin and Klein on backing gospel like vocals giving the track a rocking gospel feel. Wrapping the release is Out Of The Blue with a doo wop flavor. Klein leads the way on lead vocal and Simone Brown handles the backing vocals nicely with the ...

 I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Backstage II , from Bart Bryant , and it's a solid blues rocker with plenty of energy. Opening with Robin Trower's, Day Of The Eagle, Bart Bryant leads the way on vocal and guitar. The original arrangement is pumped up with horn work by Bill Holloman and the bottom it held rock steady by Alex Giosa on drums and Robert Liptrot on drums. Nice opener. Willie Dixon's I Can't Quit You Baby really has a nice feel. Floyd Domino on piano sets the mood under Bryant's rich vocals and Otis Rush like guitar riffs. Bryant pulls out great references with double stops and Buchananesque bends Scott Spray on bass and Tyger MacNeal hold down the bottom. Slow blues, Past The Pain , features some real nice harmonica work really coaxing the blues out in Bryant's vocals. Breaking into 3 time, Giosa adds another dimension and Floyd Domino on piano and Holloman on horns adds to the richness. R&B flavored You Make Me M...