Bman's Blues Report

I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, In Concert: Road Songs & Stories , from Roy Book Binder and it's very entertaining. Opening with St. Pete Blues Book shows his super story telling skills and well as his strong influence by Rev. Gary Davis. Excellent opener. Rag, Black Dog Blues , is a strong track with a faster tempo, originally recorded by Bayless Rose in the 20's. Sounds fresh as the day it was written. New Age Woman Blues is a funny little track with a good story and quick riffs. Rev. Gary Davis' Candyman is next and Book not only does a real nice job on it but also elaborates on his history with Davis. Another great track is Can't Do That No More . Book tells of all of the stuff you have to do without as you get older.The theme has been covered many times but Book does a particularly entertaining run at it. Blind Boy Fuller's Rag Mama is a perfect track for this set with Books vocal and picking style. Excellent. Travis-...