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Eddie Tigner
"Slippin In"
(Music Maker)
Members: Featuring Felix Reyes, Matt Sickles, Tim "Spider" Webb, "Clothes" DuBoisTextMusic Maker Relief Foundation provides assistance to "the true pioneers of Southern music," including Eddie Tigner, 82, who released his second album with Music Maker. A mix of blues and R&B, "Slippin In" features originals by Tigner and classics from Percy Mayfield and Louis Jordan. Tigner is a joy to listen to, a great singer (warm, gritty, laid-back vocals) and a fierce pianist, who attacks every song with vibrancy.
* Atlanta
* Blues/R&B/jazz
* www.eddietigner.com ;www.musicmaker.org
Favorite track: "I Dare You Baby"
Walter Jr.
"The River Club"
(Gatortone Music)
Members: Featuring Michael Burch, Dave Ranson, Sonny LandrethTextWalter Jr.'s "The River Club" features deep, earthy Louisiana blues - 11 new compositions from the Louisiana native. Walter Jr. plays genuine, soulful swamp blues characterized by his laid-back rhythms and vocals, all of which create a cool, confident vibe. Standout tracks include "Something Something" and the title track, which will make you want to get up and move.
* Lafayette, La.
* Blues
* www.walterjr.com
Favorite track: "Never Make It Up"